Cook - $20/Hour - Pampa, TX Area

Aramark•Pampa, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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. This position supports hospitality operations at a premier workforce lodging and hospitality community serving energy and industrial professionals in the Texas Panhandle. It is designed to provide guests with a comfortable, welcoming environment that includes quality accommodations, dining services, recreation, and hospitality-focused support. Team members play an important role in creating a positive guest experience by delivering exceptional service and maintaining high standards across the community.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Cook, Line Cook, Prep Cook, Food Service Cook, Restaurant Cook, Camp Cook, or related culinary position required
Demonstrated knowledge of basic food preparation principles and cooking techniques
Ability to safely prepare food using a variety of cooking methods and kitchen equipment
Understanding of food safety, sanitation, storage, and safe food handling practices
Ability to obtain required food safety certifications
Reliable transportation and ability to commute daily to a remote worksite located approximately 30 minutes east of Pampa, Texas
Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Basic math and measurement skills
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical job duties including lifting, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook food according to established recipes, production schedules, and quality standards
Set up and maintain workstations with required ingredients, equipment, and supplies
Measure, weigh, mix, chop, trim, and prepare ingredients for meal production
Operate kitchen equipment including ovens, grills, stovetops, mixers, slicers, and other food preparation equipment
Prepare a variety of menu items using cooking methods such as baking, roasting, grilling, broiling, sautéing, and steaming
Ensure food is presented, portioned, and served according to established guidelines
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling procedures
Maintain clean and organized kitchen, storage, and preparation areas
Monitor food quality and ensure consistency throughout meal service
Work collaboratively with kitchen and hospitality team members to deliver an excellent guest experience
Follow all company safety policies and procedures
Protect company equipment, inventory, and assets