Creative Cook: Flavor Explorer in the Kitchen

Aramark; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in Tyler, TX. You will craft diverse dishes using fresh ingredients, follow production guidelines, and bring creativity to daily specials.

The role emphasizes safe handling, efficient prep, and reliable service in a fast-paced environment. You will set up workstations, follow standardized recipes, and maintain high sanitation standards while delivering friendly guest experiences and supporting team goals.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage.
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification.
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.
• 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 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

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Math and counting

Communication skills

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in Tyler, TX. You will craft diverse dishes using fresh ingredients, follow production guidelines, and bring creativity to daily specials.

The role emphasizes safe handling, efficient prep, and reliable service in a fast-paced environment. You will set up workstations, follow standardized recipes, and maintain high sanitation standards while delivering friendly guest experiences and supporting team goals.