Creative Cook: Elevate Menus with Fresh Ingredients

Aramark; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Work-life resources

401(k)

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook in Blacksburg to bring recipes to life with creativity, using fresh ingredients and safe production guidelines. You will work in a hands-on kitchen, learning different cuisines and techniques while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and customer service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety policies, and flexibility as duties may evolve with client needs. Local benefits and opportunities for growth are included.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to recipes.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Measure, weigh, chop, and trim food items.
• Safely use knives and operate ovens, stoves, and mixers.
• Bake, roast, steam, and plate food per guidelines.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and customer-friendly service.

Skills

Experience as a cook

Food safety awareness

Interpersonal communication

Basic math skills

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook in Blacksburg to bring recipes to life with creativity, using fresh ingredients and safe production guidelines. You will work in a hands-on kitchen, learning different cuisines and techniques while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and customer service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety policies, and flexibility as duties may evolve with client needs. Local benefits and opportunities for growth are included.