Cook, (Kenyon College)

AVI Foodsystems; Gambier (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is seeking a Cook for Kenyon College in Gambier, OH. This full-time role focuses on preparing meals, presenting dishes, and maintaining kitchen sanitation.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years cooking experience, strong food safety knowledge, and a passion for teamwork in a fast-paced environment. The job emphasizes quality meals and collaborative menu development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of cooking experience.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods and sanitation.
• Exceptional food presentation skills.
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment.
• Energetic, with strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Please customers by providing a pleasant dining experience.
• Assemble, cook, and finish ingredients according to recipes.
• Maintain a sanitary kitchen and follow food safety practices.
• Attend to the detail and presentation of each order.
• Place and expedite orders as needed.
• Contribute to daily menus in collaboration with the team.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Food presentation

Teamwork

Job description

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Cook at Kenyon College in Gambier, OH. This is a full-time position.

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
• Store 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 holidaysImmense training and growth opportunities

We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE