Creative Cook — Fresh-Ingredient Kitchen Artist

Aramark; Holland (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in the United States is seeking a Cook to help bring recipes to life using fresh ingredients and your creativity. You'll work in a fast-paced kitchen, following production guidelines and safety procedures to deliver high-quality meals.

The role requires experience as a cook, knowledge of cooking methods, and strong math and communication skills. You will set up stations, prepare ingredients, and maintain clean, safe work areas while delivering friendly service to guests.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation and cooking methods.
• Able to obtain food safety certification.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cook 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, coworkers, etc.
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation.
• Ensures security of company assets.

Skills

Cooking skills

Food safety knowledge

Math and counting

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark in the United States is seeking a Cook to help bring recipes to life using fresh ingredients and your creativity. You'll work in a fast-paced kitchen, following production guidelines and safety procedures to deliver high-quality meals.

The role requires experience as a cook, knowledge of cooking methods, and strong math and communication skills. You will set up stations, prepare ingredients, and maintain clean, safe work areas while delivering friendly service to guests.