Creative Cook: Elevate Flavors & Techniques

Aramark Corporation; Columbia, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Corporation in Columbia, SC, is seeking a dedicated Cook to bring recipes to life on our team. You will work with fresh ingredients, follow production guidelines, and explore different cuisines while maintaining food safety.

This role emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to client needs, with opportunities to develop culinary skills and contribute to guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification.
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills.
• Strong interpersonal 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 equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines.
• Stores food per food safety policies and procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor toward guests.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Math & counting

Interpersonal communication

Education

None

Job description

Aramark Corporation in Columbia, SC, is seeking a dedicated Cook to bring recipes to life on our team. You will work with fresh ingredients, follow production guidelines, and explore different cuisines while maintaining food safety.

This role emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to client needs, with opportunities to develop culinary skills and contribute to guest satisfaction.