Lead Cook & Mentor - Campus Dining

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

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.