Cook (Anderson University Dining Hall)

AVI Foodsystems; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is seeking a Cook, full-time at Anderson University Dining Hall in Anderson, SC. You will prepare, cook, and present dishes while maintaining a sanitary kitchen and following safety standards.

The role requires 2+ years of cooking experience, strong food preparation skills, and a team-focused attitude. We offer a competitive benefits package and opportunities for growth in a supportive, family-like environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years cooking experience and food prep ability.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, food safety and sanitation.
• Exceptional food presentation skills.
• Familiarity with general kitchen equipment and appliances.

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 following recipes
• Complete hot meal prep and cold assembly
• Adhere to food handling and safety procedures
• Rotate and label food items
• Store leftovers per standards
• Contribute to daily and themed menus with the team

Skills

Cooking

Food prep

Sanitation

Food safety

Teamwork

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Cook, Full-time at Anderson University Dining Hall.

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