Culinary Creative Cook: Flavor Innovator

Aramark Correctional Services; Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Correctional Services seeks an energetic Cook to bring recipes to life and explore diverse cuisines while following production guidelines and safety procedures. You will work with fresh ingredients and modern equipment in a dynamic team environment.

The role emphasizes accurate measurement, safe handling of ingredients, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and guest service. Prior cooking experience and a willingness to obtain food safety certification are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.
• 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

Food handling

Math skills

Communication

Job description

Aramark Correctional Services seeks an energetic Cook to bring recipes to life and explore diverse cuisines while following production guidelines and safety procedures. You will work with fresh ingredients and modern equipment in a dynamic team environment.

The role emphasizes accurate measurement, safe handling of ingredients, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and guest service. Prior cooking experience and a willingness to obtain food safety certification are required.