Creative Cook — Fresh Flavors, Safe Kitchen

Aramark Correctional Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Aramark in New York is seeking a Cook to help bring recipes to life, work with fresh ingredients, and explore diverse cooking styles. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and high-quality service in a dynamic food environment.

The position requires prior cooking experience and knowledge of food safety; training may lead to certification and career growth within Aramark’s extensive culinary program.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Validated knowledge of 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

• 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.
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Math and counting

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark in New York is seeking a Cook to help bring recipes to life, work with fresh ingredients, and explore diverse cooking styles. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and high-quality service in a dynamic food environment.

The position requires prior cooking experience and knowledge of food safety; training may lead to certification and career growth within Aramark’s extensive culinary program.