Creative Cook: Flavor Innovator & Safety Pro

Aramark; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Chapel Hill, NC is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life with creativity while adhering to production guidelines and safety standards. You will work with fresh ingredients and a range of equipment, learning new techniques and cuisines in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy in food preparation, and maintaining high safety and sanitation standards. Experience as a cook is preferred, and opportunities exist to grow skills within the Aramark team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation methods and safety regulations.
• Must be able to obtain a food safety certification.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares 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.
• Stores food properly following safety policies and procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor toward guests and coworkers.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Tools

Ovens

Stoves

Slicers

Mixers

Knives

Job description

Aramark in Chapel Hill, NC is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life with creativity while adhering to production guidelines and safety standards. You will work with fresh ingredients and a range of equipment, learning new techniques and cuisines in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy in food preparation, and maintaining high safety and sanitation standards. Experience as a cook is preferred, and opportunities exist to grow skills within the Aramark team.