Creative Cook: Master Flavor & Safe Prep

Aramark Correctional Services; Ashburn, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

work/life resources

retirement savings plans like 401(k)

paid days off such as parental leave

disability coverage

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in Ashburn, VA. You will cook and prepare a variety of dishes following production guidelines and standardized recipes, while exploring flavors and techniques.

You’ll set up your workstation, measure ingredients, and operate ovens, stoves, and other equipment to deliver quality meals with safety in mind. We value teamwork, reliability, and a positive attitude as you maintain food safety, proper storage, and sanitation, while providing friendly service

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role is required.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and sanitation practices.

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
• 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 handling & sanitation

Communication skills

Math/counting skills

Food safety certification

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in Ashburn, VA. You will cook and prepare a variety of dishes following production guidelines and standardized recipes, while exploring flavors and techniques.

You’ll set up your workstation, measure ingredients, and operate ovens, stoves, and other equipment to deliver quality meals with safety in mind. We value teamwork, reliability, and a positive attitude as you maintain food safety, proper storage, and sanitation, while providing friendly service