Cook (Anderson University)

AVI Foodsystems; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is seeking an energetic Cook for the AM/opening shift at Anderson University in Anderson, SC. This is a part-time position with weekend requirements.

You will assemble, cook, and present meals, maintain a sanitary kitchen, and ensure proper food handling and rotation. The role involves following recipes, preparing ingredients, and attending to the detail of each order in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of cooking experience including food preparation.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and safety/sanitation.
• Exceptional food presentation skills.
• Familiarity with general kitchen equipment and appliances.
• Strong work ethic and high energy level.

Responsibilities

• Provide customers with a pleasant dining experience.
• Assemble, cook, and present 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.
• Prepare hot and cold dishes and ensure proper cooling and storage.
• Adhere to proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Maintain 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.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food prep

Food presentation

Kitchen equipment

Work ethic

Energy level

Job description

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Cook. This is AM/opening shift position, weekends are required.

This is a part-time position at Anderson University in Anderson, SC.

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

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