Creative Cook: Flavor Explorer & Kitchen Innovator

Aramark; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our kitchen team in Chesapeake, VA. You will prepare a variety of foods using standardized recipes, maintain a clean and safe workstation, and ensure proper storage and handling of ingredients.

This role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and adherence to safety guidelines. The ideal candidate has cooking experience, understands food preparation methods, and can obtain a food safety certification.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation principles and safety regulations.
• Ability to acquire food safety certification.
• Good math/counting skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cook a variety of foods according to recipes and guidelines.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Measure, weigh, mix, chop, and prep ingredients.
• Use knives and a range of utensils safely.
• Operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, and other equipment.
• Cook with diverse methods for meat, vegetables, and other foods.
• Arrange, garnish, and portion foods per guidelines.
• Store food properly following safety policies.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Maintain customer service and positive demeanor with guests and coworkers.
• Follow Aramark safety policies and protect company assets.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Math basics

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our kitchen team in Chesapeake, VA. You will prepare a variety of foods using standardized recipes, maintain a clean and safe workstation, and ensure proper storage and handling of ingredients.

This role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and adherence to safety guidelines. The ideal candidate has cooking experience, understands food preparation methods, and can obtain a food safety certification.