Campus Cook: Fast-Paced, High-Volume Kitchen

Thompson Hospitality; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Hospitality, in partnership with Virginia State University, is seeking a skilled Cook to join our Dining Services team. You will prepare and serve delicious meals in a fast-paced, college campus kitchen, contributing to nouris hing the campus community.

We value reliable team players with line cook experience, knowledge of food safety, and the ability to stay organized under pressure. You’ll collaborate with chefs and dining staff to ensure quality, consistency, and clean, safe food

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a line cook or similar role.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and the capacity to handle a high-volume setting.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation.
• Ability to communicate clearly in a noisy kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook diverse menu items following recipes.
• Manage a cooking station, ensuring timely ingredient preparation.
• Monitor food quality, adjust as needed, and maintain a clean workspace.
• Assist in inventory control, reporting shortages, and minimizing waste.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team, chefs, and dining staff for smooth operations.

Skills

Line cook experience

Teamwork

Organization

Food safety

Communication under noise

Job description

Thompson Hospitality, in partnership with Virginia State University, is seeking a skilled Cook to join our Dining Services team. You will prepare and serve delicious meals in a fast-paced, college campus kitchen, contributing to nouris hing the campus community.

We value reliable team players with line cook experience, knowledge of food safety, and the ability to stay organized under pressure. You’ll collaborate with chefs and dining staff to ensure quality, consistency, and clean, safe food