Prep Cook - Aramark F&B located at LEGOLAND CA Hotels - Legoland California Hotels

Job Description

Are you passionate about food or love to cook? As a Prep Cook on our team, you’ll learn to help bring recipes to life! Surrounded by fresh ingredients and the best equipment, you’ll be immersed in a world that goes beyond food preparation. Get ready to reach new heights, ignite your passion, and pursue what matters by cooking with us! 

Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.     

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $18.38 to $18.87. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

Works effectively with team members to deliver exceptional customer service, focusing on creating a positive experience for children and all guests. 

Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc. 

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 

Operate and care for equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, walk-ins, etc.  

Maintain a clean and organized work and storage area, including sweeping, mopping, washing, scrubbing, and polishing kitchen surfaces 

Assist with catering and special events as needed. 

Adhere to the uniform policy. 

Adheres to Aramark and client companies, San Diego County, and OSHA safety policies and procedures for proper food safety, sanitation, storage and disposal. 

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

1-2 years' experience as a cook or in a related role preferred 

Able to pass a Food Handler certification exam 

Sufficient education or training to read, write, count and follow verbal and written instructions 

Be able to work quickly and concisely under pressure. 

Available to work holidays and weekends as well as shorter or longer hours due to business volume. 

Physical Requirements 

Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, and stooping 

Expect constant walking and standing during shifts. 

Occasional crawling and climbing 

Frequently lift and carry items weighing 20 to 40 pounds, including lifting trays over the shoulder. 

Ability to lift up to 60 pounds 

The role will require wearing uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 

Ability to work inside kitchen area, interacting with heated equipment, various foods, loud noise, chemicals and other at risk conditions. 

Exposure to extreme temperature changes. 

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).   

Remember that adaptability and a positive demeanor are essential in this dynamic environment. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. 

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.