Creative Cook - Prep, Flavor & Culinary Impact

Aramark Correctional Services; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Correctional Services in Towson, MD is seeking a Cook to prepare a variety of meals in a fast-paced environment. You will follow production guidelines, use standard recipes, and maintain high food safety standards.

This role emphasizes teamwork, cleanliness, and customer service to ensure a positive dining experience. Candidates should have cooking experience, basic math, and the ability to obtain a food safety certification.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation and safety regulations.
• Ability to obtain food safety certification.
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

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

Job description

Aramark Correctional Services in Towson, MD is seeking a Cook to prepare a variety of meals in a fast-paced environment. You will follow production guidelines, use standard recipes, and maintain high food safety standards.

This role emphasizes teamwork, cleanliness, and customer service to ensure a positive dining experience. Candidates should have cooking experience, basic math, and the ability to obtain a food safety certification.