Creative Cook: Fresh Recipes & Precise Prep

Aramark; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 21,352 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Champaign, IL is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life and work with fresh ingredients and equipment. You will follow production guidelines and safety procedures while developing your culinary skills.

Responsibilities include preparing diverse dishes, setting up stations, measuring ingredients, and ensuring food is stored and served safely. This role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and adherence to Aramark safety policies.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to recipes.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Measure, weigh, mix, chop, trim, and peel ingredients.
• Safely use knives and utensils and operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam and use different cooking methods.
• Arrange and portion food according to guidelines.
• Store food following safety policies and procedures.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Maintain excellent customer service and positive demeanor.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Math basics

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark in Champaign, IL is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life and work with fresh ingredients and equipment. You will follow production guidelines and safety procedures while developing your culinary skills.

Responsibilities include preparing diverse dishes, setting up stations, measuring ingredients, and ensuring food is stored and served safely. This role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and adherence to Aramark safety policies.