Creative Cook: Master Flavors & Fresh Kitchen Craft

Aramark; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook in New York to bring recipes to life with creativity and precision. You will work with fresh ingredients and a wide range of equipment, following production guidelines and safety procedures.

Qualifications include prior cooking experience, knowledge of food preparation basics, and the ability to obtain a food safety certification. You’ll also interact with guests and teammates in a positive, service-oriented manner.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation principles, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification.
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of foods according to production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items.
• Safely use a variety of utensils including knives.
• Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam, and use diverse cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods.
• Arrange, garnish, and portion food according to guidelines.
• Properly store food following safety policies and procedures.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintain excellent customer service and positive demeanor.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook in New York to bring recipes to life with creativity and precision. You will work with fresh ingredients and a wide range of equipment, following production guidelines and safety procedures.

Qualifications include prior cooking experience, knowledge of food preparation basics, and the ability to obtain a food safety certification. You’ll also interact with guests and teammates in a positive, service-oriented manner.