Creative Cook: Flavor Explorer & Food Safety Pro

ARAMARK; Wayne (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

ARAMARK is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life, work with fresh ingredients, and explore diverse cuisines. You’ll follow production guidelines, prepare ingredients, and operate equipment while maintaining a positive guest experience in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety policies, teamwork, and flexibility, with opportunities to develop new skills and contribute to a quality dining experience at client sites.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation methods and safety regulations.
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification.
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepare 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 cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to guidelines.
• Stores food properly adhering to safety policies and procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor toward guests and coworkers.

Skills

Cook / Food prep

Food safety knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Math basics

Tools

Ovens

Stoves

Slicers

Mixers

Job description

ARAMARK is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life, work with fresh ingredients, and explore diverse cuisines. You’ll follow production guidelines, prepare ingredients, and operate equipment while maintaining a positive guest experience in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety policies, teamwork, and flexibility, with opportunities to develop new skills and contribute to a quality dining experience at client sites.