Campus Cook: Creative, Precise & Flavor-Driven Kitchen

Aramark; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life and create diverse dishes using fresh ingredients and state-of-the-art equipment. You will explore different cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles while following safety procedures and production guidelines.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, focusing on accuracy, sanitation, and customer service as you contribute to high-quality meals across locations.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Ability to obtain food safety certification.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and recipes.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, trimming, and peeling.
• Safely use knives and kitchen utensils.
• Operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Cook with various methods and present food per guidelines.
• Portion and garnish food according to standards.
• Store food following safety policies.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Maintain good customer service and positive demeanor.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety

Math skills

Communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life and create diverse dishes using fresh ingredients and state-of-the-art equipment. You will explore different cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles while following safety procedures and production guidelines.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, focusing on accuracy, sanitation, and customer service as you contribute to high-quality meals across locations.