Food Service Cook - Education

Description

Position Summary: A food preparation worker assists cooks, chefs, or managers by preparing ingredients and performing food service tasks while adhering to food safety and hygiene standards. Key Highlights: 1. Prepare food according to recipes and production guidelines. 2. Maintain food safety and hygiene at all times. 3. Develop new skills and grow professionally at Aramark. **Job Description** --------------------------- The food preparation worker is responsible for assisting cooks, chefs, or food service managers by preparing ingredients for recipes and performing other food preparation and service tasks. They must prepare food in accordance with recipes and production guidelines while simultaneously following food safety, food handling, and hygiene procedures. Essential job functions and responsibilities may vary by Aramark location depending on client requirements and business needs. **Job Responsibilities** --------------------------------- * Prepare a variety of foods according to production guidelines and standardized recipes. * Organize the workstation with all required ingredients and equipment. * Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, dicing, cutting, and peeling food items. * Safely use various utensils, including knives. * Portion, garnish, and arrange food according to established guidelines. * Store food properly, following food safety regulations and procedures. * Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils. * Maintain excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward guests, clients, coworkers... * Adhere to Aramark safety policies and procedures, including food safety and cleanliness protocols. * Ensure the security of company assets. At Aramark, developing new skills and doing whatever it takes to get the job done translates into a positive impact for our customers. To achieve our goals, job duties may change or new tasks may be assigned without formal notice. **Qualifications** ------------------- * Prior food preparation experience is required. * Knowledge of various food preparation methods, proper knife handling, and food safety regulations—including correct food handling, cleaning, and storage. * Must be able to obtain the required food safety certification. * Demonstrate basic math skills. * Demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. This position may involve physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting weights, bending, pushing, pulling, and/or standing or walking for extended periods. This position may also require wearing uniforms and/or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). **Education** ------------- **About Aramark** ----------------- **Our Mission** Service is at our core. We strive to do great things for our people, our clients and partners, and for our communities and the planet. At Aramark, we believe all employees should have equal employment opportunities and be free to participate fully in all aspects of the company. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic of individuals who work with us. **About Aramark** The people of Aramark proudly serve thousands of individuals every day across 15 countries worldwide. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for our employees, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop talent, fuel passions, and empower professional growth. Therefore, regardless of what you’re pursuing—a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or simply a fantastic place to work—our goal is to help our workers reach their full potential. You can learn more about working at Aramark at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or contact us via LinkedIn.