Cook (Wofford College)

AVI Foodsystems; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic Cook to join the team at Wofford College. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 9am–4pm, offering a stable daytime shift in a supportive campus kitchen.

You will contribute to high-quality meals and help deliver a welcoming dining experience for students and staff. Responsibilities include assembling, cooking, and presenting dishes; maintaining a sanitary kitchen; following recipes; and assisting with daily menus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of cooking experience including food preparation
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods and sanitation practices
• Exceptional food presentation skills
• Familiarity with general kitchen equipment
• Energetic and hardworking

Responsibilities

• Please customers by providing a pleasant dining experience
• Assemble, cook, and present dishes
• 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

Skills

Cooking

Food prep

Food safety

Presentation

Energy

Job description

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Cook at Wofford College. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm.

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