Creative Cook — Fresh Flavors & Safe Kitchen

Aramark Correctional Services; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Cook to help bring recipes to life with fresh ingredients and creative cooking styles. You will work in a setting guided by production standards and safety procedures, preparing and presenting meals while maintaining top-notch customer service.

The role requires cooking experience, knowledge of food preparation, and the ability to obtain a food safety certification. Flexibility and teamwork are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation principles and various cooking methods.
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Good interpersonal communication, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items.
• Safely use a variety of utensils including knives.
• Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam, and use various cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods.
• Arrange, garnish, and portion food according to established guidelines.
• Properly store food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintain excellent customer service and positive demeanor toward guests and colleagues.
• Adhere to safety policies and sanitation standards.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety awareness

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark is hiring a Cook to help bring recipes to life with fresh ingredients and creative cooking styles. You will work in a setting guided by production standards and safety procedures, preparing and presenting meals while maintaining top-notch customer service.

The role requires cooking experience, knowledge of food preparation, and the ability to obtain a food safety certification. Flexibility and teamwork are essential for success in this position.