Grill & Cold Prep Cook - Creative, Hands-On Kitchen

Aramark; Northfield Township (IL); On-site; USD 25,485 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Northfield Cafe is seeking an experienced Grill Cook/Cold Prep to join our on-site kitchen team in Northfield, IL. You will cook with fresh ingredients, follow standardized recipes, and help set up and prep for daily service.

We value safety, efficiency, and collaboration as you work across various cooking methods and equipment. Prior cook experience is preferred, with emphasis on accuracy, sanitation, and customer-facing service.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and safety regulations.
• Must acquire food safety certification.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to guidelines and recipes.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, and chopping.
• Operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and serve customers cheerfully.
• Adhere to safety policies and protect company assets.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Basic math

Interpersonal communication

Tools

Ovens and kitchen equipment

Job description

Aramark Northfield Cafe is seeking an experienced Grill Cook/Cold Prep to join our on-site kitchen team in Northfield, IL. You will cook with fresh ingredients, follow standardized recipes, and help set up and prep for daily service.

We value safety, efficiency, and collaboration as you work across various cooking methods and equipment. Prior cook experience is preferred, with emphasis on accuracy, sanitation, and customer-facing service.