Cook

Meriwether Godsey, Inc.; Hampden Sydney (VA); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Meals provided

Training and mentorship

Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental)

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey, Inc. in Hampden-Sydney, VA is hiring a Full-time Cook for 9-month, hourly work at $15/hour. You will prepare, cook, and present meals for daily service and special events at a private college.

The role requires flexibility to rotate shifts, strong food-safety practices, and experience in high-volume food service. Responsibilities include batch cooking, temperature control, and maintaining sanitation in storerooms, with opportunities for growth and mentorship within a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience in high-volume food service, preferably in school environments.
• Ability to measure and portion accurately; strong organization.

Responsibilities

• Participate in preparation, cooking, and portioning of large quantities of food.
• Prepare items in batches to ensure service without interruption.
• Follow recipes and maintain high quality and presentation.
• Cook and store foods at required temperatures; ensure food safety.
• Keep production records and assist with forecasting.
• Maintain sanitation of coolers, freezers and storerooms.
• Attend production meetings and contribute ideas.
• Perform duties according to food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

High-volume food service

Communication skills

Food safety

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Job description

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Full-Time 9 Month hourly - 19 Pay Full-Time Hampden-Sydney, VA, US

Salary Range: $15.00 To $15.00 Hourly

M eriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time Cook responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of daily meals and special events at a private men's college located in Farmville, VA.

• Must be available as follows: Sunday through Saturday, rotating closing shifts
• Pay rate: $15 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/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 by food safety and sanitation best practices
• Other duties, as assigned

What you need:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience as a restaurant line and contract dining cook preferred
• 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: ability to switch between locations and job duties

  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 by people who are passionate about what they do. Interested in learning more? Visit our About Us Page

  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 set the standard for hospitality in the Farmville, Virginia market!

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