Creative Cook: Flavor Explorer & Kitchen Innovator

Aramark Corporation; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Kentucky is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life, work with fresh ingredients, and explore diverse cuisines while following production guidelines and safety procedures. You will flex creativity and ensure quality across preparation, cooking, and plating.

This role emphasizes teamwork, consistent quality, and guest satisfaction, with opportunities to learn new techniques in a fast-paced environment and grow within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role is required.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation principles and safety standards.
• Ability to obtain food safety certification.
• Good math and counting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of foods according to guidelines and recipes.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Measure, weigh, chop, and prep ingredients.
• Safely use a variety of utensils and operate ovens, stoves, and mixers.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam and cook using diverse methods.
• Plate and garnish foods per guidelines; store safely.
• Maintain hygiene and sanitation of work areas and equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive demeanor.
• Adhere to safety policies and protect company assets.

Skills

Cook experience

Food preparation knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark in Kentucky is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life, work with fresh ingredients, and explore diverse cuisines while following production guidelines and safety procedures. You will flex creativity and ensure quality across preparation, cooking, and plating.

This role emphasizes teamwork, consistent quality, and guest satisfaction, with opportunities to learn new techniques in a fast-paced environment and grow within the company.