Creative Cook: Flavor Explorer in Fresh Kitchen

Aramark; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Columbia, SC is seeking a cook to bring recipes to life and delight guests with fresh, flavorful dishes. You’ll work with a supportive team, follow production guidelines, and apply safe handling and sanitation practices to every plate.

This role emphasizes creativity within standardized recipes, quick learning, and reliability in a fast-paced kitchen. If you love food and teamwork, Aramark offers opportunities to grow and contribute to our culinary excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and safety regulations.
• Able to obtain a food safety certification.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to recipes.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Measure, weigh, mix, chop, and trim ingredients.
• Safely use knives and operate ovens, stoves, and slicers.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam foods and portion according to guidelines.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation.
• Provide friendly guest service and adhere to safety policies.
• Adhere to Aramark safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure security of company assets.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Aramark in Columbia, SC is seeking a cook to bring recipes to life and delight guests with fresh, flavorful dishes. You’ll work with a supportive team, follow production guidelines, and apply safe handling and sanitation practices to every plate.

This role emphasizes creativity within standardized recipes, quick learning, and reliability in a fast-paced kitchen. If you love food and teamwork, Aramark offers opportunities to grow and contribute to our culinary excellence.