FT Grill Cook

Elior; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k

Job summary

Elior Collegiate Dining is seeking an experienced grill cook to join a fast-paced kitchen team at Oakwood University. You will prepare meals, ensure quality portions, and contribute to a high-volume, quality-focused dining program tailored for students and faculty.

The role emphasizes scratch cooking, proper food handling, and collaboration with a motivated staff. A strong work ethic and customer service experience are essential.

Qualifications

• At least one year of culinary experience in a high-volume, scratch-focused environment.
• Knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment and identify food items.
• Customer service experience required.

Responsibilities

• Quality and portion control.
• Food preparation and cooking.
• Creative food presentation.
• Maintain and organize the kitchen.
• Ensure proper food storage.
• Follow safe food handling policies and recipes.

Skills

Culinary skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Tools

Stove

Oven

Grill

Job description

Job Reference Number: 43841
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Segment: Education
Brand: Elior-Collegiate-Dining
Location: Oakwood University

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add an experienced grill cook to work with a highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff for our Elior Collegiate Dining division. As a cook, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, efficient environment and cook delicious meals. If you are driven, passionate about preparing and serving high quality meals, and are looking for an organization that promotes your personal growth, this could be the right role for you. Please read on!

What you’ll be doing:

• Quality and portion control
• Food preparation
• Creative food presentation
• Maintaining kitchen
• Ensuring food is stored properly
• Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• At least one years’ prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking
• Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools as well as identify and differentiate food items.
• Customer service experience is required.

Nice-to-haves:

• Food handlers’ certification

Where you'll be working:

Oakwood University

Our Benefits:

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Elior Collegiate:

Elior Collegiate Dining is rewriting the rules of campus dining, serving up bold flavors, fresh ideas, and high-impact experiences that fuel student life. We partner with forward-thinking colleges and universities to create vibrant, customized dining programs that spark connection, celebrate culture, and make food a defining part of the college journey.

About Elior-North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.
At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer:

This job description can be revised by management as needed.