Cook, (PennWest Clarion University)

AVI Foodsystems; Clarion (Clarion County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations

Training opportunities

Job summary

A reputable food service company is seeking a Cook at PennWest Clarion University in Clarion, PA. The position is full-time with daytime hours and alternating weekends. Responsibilities include preparing meals, maintaining a sanitary kitchen, and ensuring a pleasant dining experience. Candidates should have at least 2 years of cooking experience and strong food presentation skills. The company offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 2 or more years of cooking experience include food preparation.
• Strong working knowledge of cooking methods and safety practices.
• Exceptional skills in food presentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide a pleasant dining experience for customers.
• Cook and assemble ingredients according to recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen.
• Prepare hot and cold meals as per standards.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food preparation techniques

Food presentation skills

Knowledge of kitchen equipment

Job description

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Cook at PennWest Clarion University in Clarion, PA. This is a Full-Time position. Dayshift 8:00am-4:30pm, with alternating weekends.

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