Creative Cook: Master Flavor & Kitchen Craft

Scranton, PA; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid days off

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Cook to help bring recipes to life in a setting with fresh ingredients and top equipment. You will have the chance to explore different cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles while following production guidelines and safety procedures.

Ideal candidates have cook or related experience, knowledge of cooking methods and food safety, and the ability to maintain accuracy in measurements, storage, and sanitation. Great teamwork and guest-facing positivity are valued at Aramark.

Qualifications

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

• Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.
• 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
• 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, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is hiring a Cook to help bring recipes to life in a setting with fresh ingredients and top equipment. You will have the chance to explore different cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles while following production guidelines and safety procedures.

Ideal candidates have cook or related experience, knowledge of cooking methods and food safety, and the ability to maintain accuracy in measurements, storage, and sanitation. Great teamwork and guest-facing positivity are valued at Aramark.