AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Head Cook at McDaniel College in Westminster, MD. This is a full-time position.
Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to everyday.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Please customers by providing a pleasant dining experience
- Assemble, combine, and cook ingredients
- Maintain a sanitary kitchen
- Attend to the detail and presentation of each order
- Place and expedite orders
- Prepare ingredients by following recipes; slicing, cutting, chopping, mincing, stirring, whipping, and mixing ingredients
- Complete hot meal preparation by grilling, sautéing, roasting, frying, and broiling ingredients and assembling and refrigerating cold ingredients
- Adhere to proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures
- Maintain appropriate dating, labeling, and rotation of all food items
- Stores leftovers according to established standards
- Contribute to daily, holiday, and theme menus in collaboration with the team
Requirements:
- Two or more years of cooking experience to include food preparation
- Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation practices
- Exceptional food presentation skills
- Familiarity with general kitchen equipment and appliances
- Strong work ethic and high energy level
Benefits:
- A family culture and atmosphere
- Competitive compensation
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time team members
- 401(k) with generous company match
- Paid vacations and holidays
- Immense training and growth opportunities
We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE
