Prep Cook - Aramark F&B 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.

Hourly rate: $17.51 to $19.03 per hour. This is an estimate as of the time of posting.

Benefits:
Aramark offers a comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, vision, work/life resources, 401(k) retirement savings, paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to legal requirements, employee eligibility, and where the employee lives or works.

There is no predetermined application window; 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 applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts.

• 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.
• Follow Aramark and client company, San Diego County, and OSHA safety policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, storage and disposal.
• Develop new skills and adapt without formal notice, as job duties may change.

• 1–2 years’ experience as a cook or in a related role preferred.
• Able to pass a Food Handler certification exam.
• Education or training sufficient to read, write, count and follow instructions.
• Ability to work quickly and concisely under pressure.
• Available to work holidays, weekends, and variable hours due to business volume.
• Physical requirements include frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, stooping; constant walking and standing; occasional crawling and climbing; lifting 20–40 pounds; ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Role requires wearing uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE). Exposure to extreme temperature changes, heated equipment, loud noise, chemicals, and other risk conditions.

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.