• Cook

    Aerotek (Seattle, WA)


    Job Title: Cook

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Cook to join our team. This role requires a passionate culinary professional who is committed to preparing high-quality meals. As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving food according to the daily menu and maintaining high standards of food safety and cleanliness.

    Responsibilities

    + Prepare and cook meals from 6:30 am to 10:30 am according to the daily menu, which changes weekly.

    + Transport food to service areas and assist in manning stations during service from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.

    + Return items to the kitchen and begin preparation for the next day's menu from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm.

    + Conduct full preparation on Fridays from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm.

    + Prepare food items to meet production, delivery, and service schedules.

    + Serve meals or prepare them for delivery using correct portioning and ensuring attractiveness and taste.

    + Use established ticket collection procedures and maintain records during service periods.

    + Clean kitchen areas post-preparation and serving, and maintain high cleanliness standards.

    + Store excess food safely and keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and organized.

    + Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed.

    + Assist in production planning, record keeping, and reporting.

    + Participate in ordering and receiving food and supplies as required.

    + Report maintenance needs or faulty equipment to the supervisor.

    + Maintain good working relationships with coworkers and customers.

    + Ensure proper presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, following HACCP standards.

    + Commit to personal and others' safety, using medium weight cut gloves, oven mitts, and slip-resistant shoes.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in food preparation, line cooking, and grill cooking.

    + Strong knife skills and knowledge of food safety and inventory management.

    + Ability to prepare food according to standardized recipes and instructions.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience in using kitchen equipment and maintaining cleanliness.

    + Capability in assisting with production planning and reporting.

    + Knowledge of safe food-handling procedures and HACCP standards.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a dynamic team that values high-quality culinary practices and personal safety. Enjoy a supportive work environment that fosters good working relationships and offers opportunities to enhance your culinary skills.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This is a fast-paced environment where you will be on your feet for 8 hours a day. We seek individuals who thrive in a lively setting and can maintain efficiency and safety at all times.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, Washington.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

    classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

     

    subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

    available for this temporary role may include the following:

    • Medical, dental & vision

    • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

    • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

    • Short and long-term disability

    • Health Spending Account (HSA)

    • Transportation benefits

    • Employee Assistance Program

    • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.