Creative Cook: Master Flavors & Fresh Prep

Aramark Corporation; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Indianapolis is seeking a skilled Cook to bring recipes to life, work with fresh ingredients, and explore diverse cuisines and cooking styles. You’ll follow production guidelines and safety procedures while delivering quality dishes with creativity.

The role emphasizes accurate measurement, proper food storage, sanitation, and teamwork to provide excellent guest service in a fast-paced setting. Training and safety standards are priorities to support growth and consistency.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cook 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 preparation knowledge

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Basic math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark in Indianapolis is seeking a skilled Cook to bring recipes to life, work with fresh ingredients, and explore diverse cuisines and cooking styles. You’ll follow production guidelines and safety procedures while delivering quality dishes with creativity.

The role emphasizes accurate measurement, proper food storage, sanitation, and teamwork to provide excellent guest service in a fast-paced setting. Training and safety standards are priorities to support growth and consistency.