Grill Cook Full Time - University of South Carolina

Columbia, SC, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Full-time

Part-time

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Standard Hours

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Career development opportunities

Safe working environment

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Rooted in service and united by a clear purpose, Aramark strives to make a positive impact for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equal employment environment, ensuring that all employees have the opportunity to fully participate in all aspects of the organization without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, or other protected characteristics. Aramark’s core mission revolves around delivering exceptional service and creating meaningful experiences for every guest and team member, making it a standout employer in the foodservice industry.

The Cook role at Aramark offers a unique opportunity for passionate culinary professionals to bring recipes to life while unleashing their creativity. This position provides an immersive environment equipped with fresh ingredients and state-of-the-art equipment, allowing cooks to experiment with various cuisines, flavors, and cooking methods. Cooks are key contributors to food preparation, responsible for following production guidelines and standardized recipes to ensure quality and consistency. The role demands a hands-on approach, where the candidate will prepare ingredients through measuring, chopping, and mixing, and effectively use kitchen utensils and equipment such as ovens, stoves, mixers, and slicers. The Cook will also be tasked with applying different cooking techniques including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming to a variety of foods including meats and vegetables.

In addition to culinary skills, the cook plays a crucial role in maintaining food safety standards and sanitation procedures. This includes proper food storage, cleaning and sanitizing work areas and equipment, and adhering to Aramark’s safety policies. The role also emphasizes good customer service skills and maintaining a positive attitude when interacting with guests, co-workers, and clients. At Aramark, cooks are seen as vital to delivering a top-notch dining experience and supporting the company’s commitment to health, safety, and quality.

Working as a Cook at Aramark encourages professional growth and skill development. The company recognizes that job duties might evolve or expand as needed to meet business demands and continuously improve service quality. Physical demands such as lifting, bending, standing for prolonged periods, and the use of personal protective equipment may be part of the role. This dynamic and rewarding position is well suited for individuals who are passionate about cooking and eager to contribute to a high-performing kitchen team. Aramark’s supportive environment, commitment to safety, and opportunities for advancement make this a desirable place to develop a fulfilling culinary career.

Job Requirements

Experience as a cook or in a related role required
Knowledge of food preparation principles, cooking methods, and food safety regulations
Ability to acquire food safety certification
Basic math and counting skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Job Qualifications

Experience as a cook or in a related role required
Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage
Must be able to acquire food safety certification
Demonstrate basic math and counting skills
Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal

Job Duties

Cook and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes
Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
Safely use a variety of utensils including knives
Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers
Bake, roast, broil, steam, and use a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
Arrange, garnish, and portion food according to established guidelines
Properly store food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils
Maintain excellent customer service and a positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, and co-workers
Adhere to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
Ensure security of company assets