Campus Dining Cook — Full-Time

Aramark; Oxford (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a full-time Cook at the University of Mississippi in Oxford, MS. You will prepare foods, follow recipes, and operate a range of kitchen equipment while maintaining safety standards and high-quality service.

You’ll work with fresh ingredients, apply production guidelines, and contribute to a team that delivers consistent guest experiences. Prior cooking experience and a food safety mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Basic principles of food preparation and cooking methods.
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification.
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses different cooking methods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to guidelines
• Stores food properly following safety policies
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor toward guests

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a full-time Cook at the University of Mississippi in Oxford, MS. You will prepare foods, follow recipes, and operate a range of kitchen equipment while maintaining safety standards and high-quality service.

You’ll work with fresh ingredients, apply production guidelines, and contribute to a team that delivers consistent guest experiences. Prior cooking experience and a food safety mindset are essential.