Creative Cook: Fresh Flavors & Precise Prep

Aramark; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, SC is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life and showcase creativity. You will work with fresh ingredients and diverse cooking methods, guided by production standards and safety procedures to ensure quality.

This role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and customer service as you prepare meals, operate kitchen equipment, and maintain clean, safe workspaces in a dynamic food-service environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation principles and various cooking methods; sanitation and storageSafety regulations.
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates 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.
• 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.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, SC is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life and showcase creativity. You will work with fresh ingredients and diverse cooking methods, guided by production standards and safety procedures to ensure quality.

This role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and customer service as you prepare meals, operate kitchen equipment, and maintain clean, safe workspaces in a dynamic food-service environment.