Cook @ Aerotek

Job Title: CookJob DescriptionResponsible for preparing and cooking high-quality meals in a fast-paced dining environment. This role ensures food is prepared according to established recipes, food safety standards, and nutritional guidelines while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. Prepare food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and corporate standards, guidelines, and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensure quality food service is provided at all times.Responsibilities

• Prepare, season, and cook a variety of meals including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event menu items. • Follow standardized recipes and portion controls to ensure consistency and quality. • Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. • Assist with food preparation, stocking, and inventory management. • Monitor food quality, freshness, and presentation standards. • Adhere to all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations. • Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment, including kitchen equipment and food preparation areas. • Receive, store, and rotate food products using FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures. • Collaborate with kitchen staff and management to support daily dining operations. • Accommodate dietary restrictions and special meal requests when necessary. • Assist with catering events, banquets, and special campus functions as assigned. Essential Skills

• Proven experience working in a commercial kitchen environment. • Strong food preparation and cooking skills, including line cook and food production experience. • Knowledge of food safety and safe food-handling practices. • Ability to maintain high food quality standards, including taste, temperature, and presentation. • Ability to perform kitchen cleaning and dishwashing tasks to maintain sanitation standards. • Customer service skills and the ability to interact with customers in a professional, courteous manner. • Ability to work effectively in a nursing home, retirement, or similar healthcare-related foodservice environment. • Ability to lift more than 50 pounds safely and repeatedly as required by the role. • Capability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and according to instructions. • Strong teamwork and communication skills to maintain good working relationships with coworkers and leadership. Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred. • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. • Experience in food preparation, including assembling, cooking, and food safety. • Expertise in high-volume settings such as hospitals, hotels, casinos, or similar operations is preferred. Work EnvironmentFast-paced environment Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jefferson City, TN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $15.50 - $16.50/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Jefferson City,TN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.