Creative Cook: Master Flavor & Techniques

Aramark; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off & parental leave

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in Akron, OH. You will transform recipes into finished dishes, experiment with flavors, and work with fresh ingredients using our safety guidelines.

You will handle various cooking methods, set up stations, and maintain quality and sanitation while delivering friendly service to guests and clients. The role offers growth opportunities and aligns with Aramark’s safety and culinary standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, techniques and safety regulations.
• Must be able to obtain food safety certification.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to recipes.
• Set up workstation with required ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming and peeling.
• Safely use utensils including knives.
• Operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers and other equipment.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam and use different cooking methods.
• Arrange, garnish and portion food per guidelines.
• Store food properly following safety policies and sanitation rules.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service with a positive attitude.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Basic math

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in Akron, OH. You will transform recipes into finished dishes, experiment with flavors, and work with fresh ingredients using our safety guidelines.

You will handle various cooking methods, set up stations, and maintain quality and sanitation while delivering friendly service to guests and clients. The role offers growth opportunities and aligns with Aramark’s safety and culinary standards.