Culinary Creator: Craft Flavors, Safe Kitchen

Aramark; Burgaw (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in Burgaw, NC. You’ll help bring recipes to life, using fresh ingredients and varied cooking styles, while following production guidelines and safety procedures. This role lets you be creative and contribute to guest satisfaction every day.

You’ll set up your workstation, measure and prepare ingredients, operate ovens and mixers, and maintain clean, safe work areas. Strong teamwork and a passion for quality will help you shine.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role is required.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation principles and cooking methods.
• Must obtain a food safety certification.
• Basic math and counting skills required.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

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

Cooking

Food safety knowledge

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Certification readiness

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in Burgaw, NC. You’ll help bring recipes to life, using fresh ingredients and varied cooking styles, while following production guidelines and safety procedures. This role lets you be creative and contribute to guest satisfaction every day.

You’ll set up your workstation, measure and prepare ingredients, operate ovens and mixers, and maintain clean, safe work areas. Strong teamwork and a passion for quality will help you shine.