Creative Line Cook — Craft Bold Flavors & Fresh Dishes

Aramark Corporation; Charlottesville, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life with fresh ingredients and creative flair. You'll work alongside a team, follow production guidelines, and use a range of cooking methods to develop appealing dishes.

This role emphasizes safety, food handling, and customer service; prior kitchen experience is required, and the position offers benefits and opportunities to grow within a large hospitality company.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of foods according to production guidelines and recipes
• Set up workstation with required ingredients and equipment
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, and chopping
• Safely use knives and operate ovens, stoves, and mixers
• Bake, roast, and cook using multiple methods
• Garnish, portion, and store food according to safety policies
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitization of work areas and utensils
• Deliver excellent customer service and positive interactions

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Basic math skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life with fresh ingredients and creative flair. You'll work alongside a team, follow production guidelines, and use a range of cooking methods to develop appealing dishes.

This role emphasizes safety, food handling, and customer service; prior kitchen experience is required, and the position offers benefits and opportunities to grow within a large hospitality company.