Campus Cook: Create Flavorful Recipes & Team Prep

Aramark; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Cook at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, SC. You will cook and prepare a variety of dishes, following recipes and safety guidelines, with emphasis on quality and presentation.

You will set up your workstation, measure ingredients, and operate kitchen equipment while maintaining clean, safe work areas. The role requires basic math, food safety certifications, and strong interpersonal communication to serve guests and collaborate with the team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage.
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification.
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.
• Cooks 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
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines
• Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is hiring a Cook at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, SC. You will cook and prepare a variety of dishes, following recipes and safety guidelines, with emphasis on quality and presentation.

You will set up your workstation, measure ingredients, and operate kitchen equipment while maintaining clean, safe work areas. The role requires basic math, food safety certifications, and strong interpersonal communication to serve guests and collaborate with the team.