Creative Prep Cook: Master Fresh, Flavorful Dishes

Aramark Corporation; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in a fast-paced food service environment. You’ll cook using recipes, work with fresh ingredients, and explore different cuisines while adhering to production guidelines and safety procedures.

The role emphasizes creativity, accurate food handling, maintaining spotless stations, and delivering great guest experiences. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k); training and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Validated knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal

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

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Basic math

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in a fast-paced food service environment. You’ll cook using recipes, work with fresh ingredients, and explore different cuisines while adhering to production guidelines and safety procedures.

The role emphasizes creativity, accurate food handling, maintaining spotless stations, and delivering great guest experiences. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k); training and opportunities for growth.