Creative Cook: Shape Flavor & Master the Kitchen

Aramark Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our on-site culinary team. You will prepare a variety of foods, follow recipes, and ensure safe handling of ingredients in a fast-paced environment.

You will set up your workstation, measure ingredients, and operate kitchen equipment while maintaining high standards of safety and service. Growth opportunities exist within a supportive team and structured production guidelines.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of foods according to recipes.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, trimming and peeling.
• Safely use a variety of 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 according to guidelines.
• Store food per safety policies and procedures.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment and utensils.
• Maintain excellent customer service and positive demeanor.
• Follow safety policies including sanitation and asset security.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety

Food prep knowledge

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our on-site culinary team. You will prepare a variety of foods, follow recipes, and ensure safe handling of ingredients in a fast-paced environment.

You will set up your workstation, measure ingredients, and operate kitchen equipment while maintaining high standards of safety and service. Growth opportunities exist within a supportive team and structured production guidelines.