Lead Cook

Elior Group; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

401k

Sick Time

Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Discount Program

Commuter Benefits

EAP

UNUM

Job summary

Elior Collegiate Dining is seeking an experienced lead cook at Columbia College in Columbia, SC to join our campus dining team. You will oversee and participate in food preparation, train and supervise a team of culinary professionals, and ensure meals meet our high standards.

This role emphasizes strict safety, sanitation, recipe adherence, and cost control while delivering exceptional service to students and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent multitasking, leadership, and communication skills.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or a related field (nice to have).

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and participating in the preparation of food items.
• Adhering to recipes while maintaining a neat, clean, and safe work environment.
• Following safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Controlling food and inventory costs.

Skills

Multitasking

Leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Culinary Arts

Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

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Job Reference Number: 44130
Employment Type:Full-Time,Onsite
Segment: Education
Brand: Elior-Collegiate-Dining
Location: Columbia College

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add an experienced, motivated lead cook to our team. As a lead cook, you will have the opportunity to handle and prepare food while training and supervising a team of exceptional foodservice professionals.

What you'll be doing:

• Overseeing and participating in the preparation of food items.
• Adhering to recipes while maintaining a neat, clean, and safe work environment.
• Following safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Controlling food and inventory costs.

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent multitasking, leadership, and communication skills.

Nice-to-haves:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or a related field

Compensation Range

• Medical (FT Employees)
• 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.