Creative Cook: Elevate Recipes with Fresh Ingredients

Aramark; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark at Clemson University is seeking a Cook to translate recipes into delicious dishes while embracing creativity in a bustling food service environment. You will work with fresh ingredients and industry-standard equipment to craft meals with precision and care.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety guidelines, proper food handling, and teamwork. Previous cooking experience and a commitment to quality are essential for success in this fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage.
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification; demonstrate basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepare 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.
• Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation.
• Ensures security of company assets.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

Ovens

Knives

Slicers

Mixers

Job description

Aramark at Clemson University is seeking a Cook to translate recipes into delicious dishes while embracing creativity in a bustling food service environment. You will work with fresh ingredients and industry-standard equipment to craft meals with precision and care.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety guidelines, proper food handling, and teamwork. Previous cooking experience and a commitment to quality are essential for success in this fast-paced setting.