Culinary Creator: Craft Fresh Flavors & Techniques

ARAMARK; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Plano, TX is seeking a Cook who loves to bring recipes to life and explore new flavors. You will work with fresh ingredients and top equipment, following production guidelines and safe cooking practices to help our team serve great meals.

You will set up stations, measure, trim, chop and cook ingredients, operate ovens and mixers, and garnish and portion dishes according to standards. A strong work ethic, teamwork, and good customer service are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Must be able to obtain food safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Cook 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

Job description

Aramark in Plano, TX is seeking a Cook who loves to bring recipes to life and explore new flavors. You will work with fresh ingredients and top equipment, following production guidelines and safe cooking practices to help our team serve great meals.

You will set up stations, measure, trim, chop and cook ingredients, operate ovens and mixers, and garnish and portion dishes according to standards. A strong work ethic, teamwork, and good customer service are essential.