Cook

AVI Foodsystems; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

401(k) with generous match

Paid vacations and holidays

Immense training and growth opportunit

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is seeking an energetic Cook to join our team in Columbus, Indiana. You will prepare ingredients, cook hot and cold dishes, and ensure plating quality while maintaining a sanitary kitchen.

The role emphasizes high energy, strong work ethic, and a family culture. AVI offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid vacations, holidays, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of cooking experience including food preparation.
• Knowledge of cooking methods and sanitation.
• Ability to present appealing dishes.
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Provide a pleasant dining experience for customers.
• Assemble, combine, and cook ingredients.
• Maintain a sanitary kitchen.
• Attend to the detail and presentation of each order.
• Place and expedite orders.
• Prepare ingredients following recipes and cooking techniques.
• Adhere to proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Maintain dating, labeling, and rotation of all food items.
• Store leftovers according to established standards.
• Collaborate with team on daily, holiday, and theme menus.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food preparation techniques

Food safety & sanitation

Food presentation

Strong work ethic

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

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 everyday.

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
• 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