Cook

Meriwether Godsey, Inc.; Chatham (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Uniforms

Meals

Training and Mentorship

Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental)

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey, Inc. in Chatham, VA, is seeking a Full-time Line Cook to prepare, cook, and present meals for daily service and special events at Chatham Hall.

The role requires accurate portioning, batch cooking, and adherence to recipes, temperatures, and sanitation standards. You will contribute to menu execution in a high-volume school environment, demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills, and can obtain ServSafe certification if not already held.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of proven experience as a cook in a school setting or equivalent.
• ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• Experience with high-volume food service operations, preferably in school environments.
• Ability to measure products and convert units of measure.
• Professionalism with strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to switch between locations and duties.
• Growing knowledge of sustainable practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and portion large quantities of meats, fish, vegetables, and other items.
• Batch cook to serving time to ensure quality and minimize over-production.
• Follow recipes and suggest changes to improve quality.
• Cook, maintain, and store foods at required temperatures.
• Record temperatures and follow sanitation standards.
• Maintain production records and assist forecasting information.
• Organize and sanitize coolers, freezers, storerooms; label and date items.
• Attend production meetings daily and discuss leftovers and efficiency.
• Perform duties in accordance with food safety standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Job description

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Cook

Full-Time 9 Month hourly - 19 Pay Full-Time Chatham, VA, US

11 days ago Requisition ID: 3508

Salary Range: $16.00 To $16.00 Hourly

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time LineCook responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of daily meals and special events at Chatham Hall, a college p reparatory school located in Chatham, VA.

• Must be available to work as follows: Days, Evenings, & Weekends
• Pay rate: $16 per hour

What you will do:

• Participate in the preparation, cooking, and portioning of large quantities of meat, fish, fowl, vegetables, cereals, soups, sauces, fruits, bread, desserts, and other food items.
• Prepare items in batches as close to serving time as possible to ensure quality and limit over-production using good judgment in timing to ensure service without interruption.
• Follow recipes and recommend changes in recipes and cooking methods to improve products and ensure the highest quality food preparation and presentation.
• Cook, maintain, and store all foods at/to the required temperatures.
• Take and record temperatures, following all required food handling and sanitation standards to ensure food safety.
• Maintain accurate records of production amounts, attendance & leftover amounts to assist in efficient forecasting information.
• Assist with the organization and sanitation of coolers, freezers, and storerooms: all items covered, labeled, and dated.
• Attend production meetings daily, offering input concerning leftover utilization, efficiency, product quality, etc.
• Perform all duties in accordance with food safety and sanitation best practices.
• Other duties, as assigned.

What you need:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of proven experience as a cook in a school setting or equivalent
• ServSafe® Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
• Experience with high-volume food service operations, preferably in school environments
• Ability to measure products and convert units of measure
• High levels of professionalism, strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skill
• Flexibility: the ability to switch between locations and job duties
• Growing knowledge of sustainable practices

What you will get:

• Competitive Pay, Uniforms, Meals, Training and Mentorship, and Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, etc.)

Meriwether Godsey offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy. You’ll be surrounded and supported by people who are passionate about serving others.

Enjoy a people and food-focused environment where you have the opportunity to make a difference every day and advance your career. Help Meriwether Godsey shine and set the standard for hospitality in the Southwest Virginia education market!

MeriwetherGodsey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace.