Innovative Cook: Elevate Flavor & Kitchen Craft

Aramark; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life with creativity in a team kitchen. You will work with fresh ingredients and modern equipment, following production guidelines and safety procedures to ensure high-quality meals.

The role emphasizes consistent execution, proper food handling, and a positive guest-facing demeanor. Requirements include prior cooking experience, knowledge of cooking methods and food safety standards, and the ability to obtain a food safety certification.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to recipes.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, and peeling.
• Safely uses utensils including knives.
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Cooks meat, vegetables, and other foods using various methods.
• Portions food and stores it following food safety policies.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Math & counting

Tools

Ovens

Stoves

Slicers

Mixers

Knives

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life with creativity in a team kitchen. You will work with fresh ingredients and modern equipment, following production guidelines and safety procedures to ensure high-quality meals.

The role emphasizes consistent execution, proper food handling, and a positive guest-facing demeanor. Requirements include prior cooking experience, knowledge of cooking methods and food safety standards, and the ability to obtain a food safety certification.