Cook -FNS- Swedish Hospital- Endeavor Health - Swedish Hospital-Food

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. With a firm commitment to service excellence and sustainability, Aramark strives to make a positive impact on its partners, communities, employees, and the planet. The company fosters an inclusive work environment where employees enjoy equal opportunities without discrimination and are encouraged to grow their talents, fuel their passions, and reach their full professional potential. This role is based at Swedish Hospital in Chicago, IL, reflecting Aramark's dedication to providing exceptional food services in varied settings including healthcare institutions. The Cook position is a full-time opportunity with rotating shifts that include weekends and holidays, offering a competitive hourly wage of $18.25 plus additional shift and weekend pay. This role goes beyond basic food preparation; it invites passionate cooks to unleash their creativity by experimenting with different cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles using fresh ingredients and modern kitchen equipment. Cooks at Aramark will be integral to bringing recipes to life while maintaining strict adherence to production guidelines and safety protocols, ensuring the health and satisfaction of guests. The environment encourages continuous skill development and teamwork, with an emphasis on high standards of sanitation and customer service. As a Cook, you will prepare a variety of dishes by measuring, mixing, chopping, and safely handling ingredients and equipment. Your responsibilities will include operating kitchen appliances such as ovens and stoves, applying multiple cooking methods including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming. Presentation skills are important, as you will arrange and garnish food according to established standards. Ensuring food safety is paramount, so proper storage, cleaning, and sanitation of your work area and utensils will be routine tasks. Maintaining a positive attitude towards coworkers and guests is essential to fostering a friendly, professional kitchen atmosphere. In addition to hands-on cooking, this role demands physical activity like lifting, bending, and extended standing. Employees must comply with safety guidelines and may be required to wear uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE). Aramark supports personal and professional growth by providing comprehensive healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings plans such as a 401(k), paid time off including parental leave and disability coverage, and additional work/life resources. Joining Aramark means becoming part of a vibrant, mission-driven community dedicated to making a difference while delivering culinary excellence. This is an excellent position for those who are passionate about food, eager to develop their culinary skills, and committed to maintaining high standards of quality and safety in a busy kitchen environment.

• Experience as a cook or in a related role
• knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations
• ability to acquire food safety certification
• basic math and counting skills
• strong interpersonal communication skills
• physical ability to perform job duties including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended walking and standing
• compliance with safety procedures including wearing uniforms and personal protective equipment
• availability for rotating shifts including weekends and holidays