Title:  Cook - Caprock Dining Hall

Job Description

Aramark Nexus is hiring experienced Cooks to join our Workforce Dining team at the Caprock Workforce Community located approximately 30 minutes east of Pampa, Texas.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience as a Cook, Line Cook, Prep Cook, Grill Cook, Restaurant Cook, Cafeteria Cook, Camp Cook, Food Service Cook, or Culinary Professional who enjoy preparing high-quality meals in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Our dining team serves residents living and working on-site, making this role critical to the overall guest experience. We are looking for individuals who take pride in preparing great food, maintaining high standards, and contributing to a positive dining environment.

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

• $20.00 per hour
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Career growth opportunities with Aramark Nexus
• Work in a unique workforce hospitality environment supporting major infrastructure and industrial projects
• Opportunity to join a growing operation and build your culinary career

Important: This work location is not in Pampa. The facility is located approximately 30 minutes east of Pampa, Texas. Candidates must have reliable transportation and the ability to commute to the worksite daily. Housing will be available on-site at a future date. 

If you are passionate about cooking, enjoy working with fresh ingredients, and want to be part of a growing hospitality operation, we encourage you to apply.

Job 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
   

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required
• Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
   

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.