Cook

AVI Foodsystems; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with generous company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is seeking an enthusiastic Cook to join their team in Akron, Ohio. The position involves providing excellent dining experiences, cooking with fresh ingredients, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Candidates should have at least 2 years of cooking experience and knowledge of food safety practices. Benefits include competitive pay, health insurance, paid time off, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2 or more years of cooking experience to include food preparation.
• Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques and sanitation practices.
• Exceptional food presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide a pleasant dining experience for customers.
• Assemble, combine, and cook ingredients.
• Maintain a sanitary kitchen and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Food preparation techniques

Cooking methods

Food presentation skills

Safety and sanitation practices

Tools

General kitchen equipment

Kitchen appliances

Job description

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Cook.

Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to every day.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Please customers by providing a pleasant dining experience
• Assemble, combine, and cook ingredients
• Maintain a sanitary kitchen
• Attend to the detail and presentation of each order
• Place and expedite orders
• Prepare ingredients by following recipes; slicing, cutting, chopping, mincing, stirring, whipping, and mixing ingredients
• Complete hot meal preparation by grilling, sautéing, roasting, frying, and broiling ingredients and assembling and refrigerating cold ingredients
• Adhere to proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures
• Maintain appropriate dating, labeling, and rotation of all food items
• Stores leftovers according to established standards
• Contribute to daily, holiday, and theme menus in collaboration with the team

Requirements

• 2 or more years of cooking experience to include food preparation
• Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation practices
• Exceptional food presentation skills
• Familiarity with general kitchen equipment and appliances
• Strong work ethic and high energy level

Benefits

• A family culture and atmosphere
• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time team members
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Immense training and growth opportunities

We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE