Cook

Lancer Hospitality; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 18,597; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (FT Employees)

Vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Lancer Hospitality seeks an experienced cook in Salem, Virginia, for our collegiate dining segment. This full-time role involves working in a vibrant kitchen environment where you will prepare and present high-quality meals.

Qualified candidates will have at least one year of culinary experience, an eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting. Compensation ranges from $12 to $13.50 per hour, along with benefits including medical, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• At least one year’s prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment.
• Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality and portion control.
• Prepare food according to recipes.
• Ensure food is stored properly.

Skills

Culinary experience

Attention to detail

Ability to use kitchen equipment

Customer service experience

Job description

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Job Reference Number: 39959
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Segment: Education
Brand: Elior-Collegiate-Dining
Location: Salem, West Virginia (US-WV)

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add an experienced cook to work with a highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff in our Salem, WV location for our collegiate division. As a cook for Elior Collegiate Dining, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast‑paced, efficient environment and cook delicious meals. If you are driven, passionate about preparing and serving high quality meals, and are looking for an organization that promotes your personal growth, this could be the right role for you. Please read on!

What you’ll be doing:

• Quality and portion control
• Food preparation
• Creative food presentation
• Ensuring food is stored properly
• Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes

What we’re looking for:

Must-haves:

• At least one year’s prior culinary experience in a quality and high‑volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking
• Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools as well as identify and differentiate food items.
• Customer service experience is required.

Compensation Range

$12-13.50 per hour

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.