Cook 3 - Williamsburg Inn

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cook 3 to join their team at a historic inn. This role offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant culinary environment, preparing regional cuisine and ensuring top-notch hospitality. As a Cook 3, you'll be responsible for maintaining high sanitation standards while preparing and cooking a variety of dishes, including seafood and meats. With a focus on quality and guest satisfaction, you'll contribute to a dining experience that reflects the rich history of the establishment. If you're passionate about culinary arts and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of restaurant cooking experience, including broiler work.
• Formal culinary training can substitute for work experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sanitation of station and prepare various meals.
• Cook seafood, poultry, and meats to quality standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Standards

Customer Service

Education

Associate Culinary Degree

Certificate in Culinary Arts

Job description

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Upon being hired for this position, you will enter a Probationary status, working up to 40 hours per week.

Upon completion of the probationary period, you could become benefit eligible.

The Williamsburg Inn offers regional cuisine and luxurious ambiance, including dining in the Regency Room, Rockefeller Room, or casual Terrace Room, providing first-class food, beverages, and hospitality.

Essential Duties:

• Maintains sanitation of station.
• Prepares and cooks food, soups, and sauces.
• Prepares some breakfast meals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Prepares seafood, poultry entrees; cooks meats; broils steaks and seafood to quality standards.
• Assembles entrees.

Qualifications:

• Associate Culinary Degree or Certificate in Culinary Arts from technical school.
• At least 4 years restaurant cooking experience including some broiler work (formal culinary training will substitute for 2 years work experience on an equal time basis).

Requirements:

• Interact with co-workers professionally.
• Transport weights up to 30 pounds.
• Read food orders and production charts.
• Meet expectations listed below.

Expectations:

• Maintain a positive, enthusiastic outlook; greet guests, employees, managers, and supervisors with a smile.
• Show respect and cooperate with colleagues.
• Report to work as scheduled and on time.
• Meet appearance standards.
• Perform tasks accurately and promptly.

Who We Are:

Founded in 1926, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a non-profit educational, historic, and cultural institution managing one of the world’s largest museum complexes. Our mission is to preserve and restore Williamsburg’s 18th-century colonial capital, engaging and inspiring visitors and learners. The Historic Area includes 88 original and 525 reconstructed buildings, staffed by trained interpreters and tradespeople. We also operate museums, a research library, and accommodations, including the Williamsburg Inn, offering a historically inspired dining experience. Over 5 million visitors annually explore Williamsburg, complemented by a digital audience of 20 million.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos