Creative Cook: Flavor Innovation and Guest Experience

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

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook in Indianapolis, IN to cook and prepare a variety of foods following recipes and production guidelines. You will set up stations, measure ingredients, and use kitchen equipment safely.

The role emphasizes clean work areas, food safety, and strong customer service toward guests and coworkers. This position may require standing for long periods and lifting, with opportunities to develop cooking skills and contribute to menu execution.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required
• 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
• This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook in Indianapolis, IN to cook and prepare a variety of foods following recipes and production guidelines. You will set up stations, measure ingredients, and use kitchen equipment safely.

The role emphasizes clean work areas, food safety, and strong customer service toward guests and coworkers. This position may require standing for long periods and lifting, with opportunities to develop cooking skills and contribute to menu execution.