COOK 4 - Campbell's Tavern

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A historical attraction in Virginia is seeking cooking staff to work in various kitchen stations including broiler, sauté, and pantry. The position requires proficiency in basic cooking techniques such as sautéing and baking. Ideal candidates should have experience from a culinary apprenticeship or degree and must maintain sanitation standards. The ability to work under supervision and prepare food accurately is essential. Candidates must also obtain a food handler’s card before employment.

Qualifications

• Experience gained in a restaurant may substitute for formal culinary education.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a food handler's card.

Responsibilities

• Work broiler, sauté, banquet, and pantry stations as necessary.
• Prepare soups and sauces using basic cooking methods.
• Produce the required quality and quantity of foods with supervision.

Skills

Knowledge of basic cooking techniques

Ability to prepare food from a recipe

Ability to maintain sanitation standards

Education

Completion of 2-year culinary apprenticeship

Culinary associate degree

Job description

About The Position

Works broiler, sauté, banquet, and pantry stations, as necessary. Uses basic cooking methods, including sautéing, braising, broiling, stewing and baking. Prepares soups and sauces.

Qualifications

• Completion of 2-year culinary apprenticeship or culinary associate degree (experience gained in a restaurant specializing in continental or classical cuisine may be substituted for a culinary apprenticeship or associate degree).
• Ability to prepare food from a recipe with minimum supervision and maintain sanitation standards
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic cooking techniques
• With supervision, ability to produce the required quality and quantity of foods
• Successful candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a current Williamsburg James City County food handler’s card; applicants with an active food handler’s card should be prepared to present it during the interview process.

Physical Requirements

• transporting up to 50 pounds;
• standing for long periods of time