Creative Cook - Dining Services

Aramark; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Sarasota, FL is seeking an experienced cook to join our dining services at New College of Florida. You will prepare a variety of recipes, follow production guidelines, and adapt to new cuisines while upholding safety standards.

This role emphasizes teamwork, quality food preparation, and maintaining cleanliness. You will work with fresh ingredients and equipment, delivering consistent, high-quality meals to guests and students in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role is required.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation methods and safety regulations.
• Ability to obtain food safety certification.
• Strong math and counting skills; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items.
• Safely uses a variety of utensils including knives.
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines.
• Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation.
• Ensures security of company assets

Skills

Cooking

Math skills

Communication skills

Food safety knowledge

Tools

Ovens & stoves

Job description

Aramark in Sarasota, FL is seeking an experienced cook to join our dining services at New College of Florida. You will prepare a variety of recipes, follow production guidelines, and adapt to new cuisines while upholding safety standards.

This role emphasizes teamwork, quality food preparation, and maintaining cleanliness. You will work with fresh ingredients and equipment, delivering consistent, high-quality meals to guests and students in a fast-paced environment.