Creative Cook: Flavor Explorer & Kitchen Innovator

Aramark Correctional Services; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in Jacksonville, FL. You will bring recipes to life, work with fresh ingredients, and explore diverse cooking styles while adhering to safety guidelines.

You will set up workstations, prepare ingredients, and operate kitchen equipment, all while maintaining high standards of sanitation and service. This role requires prior cooking experience and knowledge of food safety practices.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation and safety regulations.
• Must be able to obtain food safety certification.
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to production guidelines and recipes.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, and peeling.
• Safely uses utensils including knives.
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and tools.
• Ensures customer service and positive demeanor toward guests and clients.

Skills

Cooking skills

Food safety knowledge

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Food safety certification (required)

Tools

Ovens & stoves

Slicers & mixers

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in Jacksonville, FL. You will bring recipes to life, work with fresh ingredients, and explore diverse cooking styles while adhering to safety guidelines.

You will set up workstations, prepare ingredients, and operate kitchen equipment, all while maintaining high standards of sanitation and service. This role requires prior cooking experience and knowledge of food safety practices.