Hotel Bistro Cook - Full-Time Breakfast & Kitchen Prep

Courtyard Downtown at USC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Courtyard Downtown at USC in Columbia, SC is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare high-quality breakfast items and maintain food safety standards. You will manage portions, garnish dishes, and ensure proper presentation while keeping kitchen equipment in good order.

The role emphasizes teamwork, positive attitude under pressure, and reliable attendance for all shifts. The ideal candidate has proven cooking experience, knowledge of health and safety rules, and a willingness to train or have

Qualifications

• Proven experience as cook.
• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen.
• A team player with good communication skills.
• Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure.
• High school diploma or equivalent is desirable; Training from a culinary school will be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all breakfast items for the bar/restaurant and presents food attractively.
• Maintains temperatures in warmers and prepares appropriate amounts.
• Prepares and garnishes orders according to menu specifications.
• Keeps coolers and storage areas clean and organized.
• Requisitions food with approvals; maintains equipment care.
• Attends to restaurant customer needs and ensures readiness of the dining area.

Skills

Experience as cook

Health and safety knowledge

Team player

Positive under pressure

Desirable culinary training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary school training an asset

Job description

Courtyard Downtown at USC in Columbia, SC is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare high-quality breakfast items and maintain food safety standards. You will manage portions, garnish dishes, and ensure proper presentation while keeping kitchen equipment in good order.

The role emphasizes teamwork, positive attitude under pressure, and reliable attendance for all shifts. The ideal candidate has proven cooking experience, knowledge of health and safety rules, and a willingness to train or have