Creative Cook: Craft Global Flavors & Techniques

Aramark Correctional Services; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Cook to join our team in Columbia, SC. You will prepare a variety of dishes from standardized recipes, set up stations, and ensure food safety and quality while using fresh ingredients and reliable equipment.

You’ll handle measuring, chopping, cooking, and plating, maintain clean workspaces, and support customer service with a positive attitude. Experience in cooking and a willingness to obtain food safety certification are required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items.
• Safely uses a variety of utensils including knives.
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, and other equipment.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses various cooking methods.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to guidelines.
• Stores food properly following safety policies and procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and utensils.
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety

Sanitation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Ovens

Slicers

Mixers

Job description

Aramark is hiring a Cook to join our team in Columbia, SC. You will prepare a variety of dishes from standardized recipes, set up stations, and ensure food safety and quality while using fresh ingredients and reliable equipment.

You’ll handle measuring, chopping, cooking, and plating, maintain clean workspaces, and support customer service with a positive attitude. Experience in cooking and a willingness to obtain food safety certification are required.