Cook II

richmond; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond is seeking a dedicated primary food production staff member to prepare food in quantity for Dining Services customers, under direction. You will help maintain high standards of quality while upholding sanitation, food safety, and cooking procedures.

This full-time, non-exempt role requires multitasking, teamwork, and a focus on consistent, high-quality service in a fast-paced environment, with weekend shifts included.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• Two years' experience in high-volume production in hotel, restaurant, or college dining required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food in quantity for Dining Services customers.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and sanitation.
• Follow proper cooking procedures and safety practices.

Skills

Multitasking

English fluency

Team collaboration

Food safety

Culinary techniques

High-volume production

Safe food handling

Food handler cert

Flexibility in schedule

Attention to quality

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

SUMMARY

As primary food production staff working under direction, this position exercises some decision making in the preparation of food in quantity for Dining Services customers and is responsible for maintaining high standards for food quality while practicing proper sanitation, food safety, and cooking procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT

Office environment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities
• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Friendly and service-oriented
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Excellent collaboration and team building skills
• Intermediate knowledge of culinary techniques and practices
• Knowledge of food quantity food production principles and safe food handling practices
• Skilled in high-volume and high-quality food production and presentation
• Safe food handler certification preferred, or certification obtained within one year of hire required. This is dependent on the assigned unit

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• H.S. Diploma or GED required
• Two years' experience in high volume production in hotel, restaurant, or college foodservice required

WORK HOURS

• Full Time, Non-exempt
• Saturday - Sunday, AM Hours (6:00am - 3:30pm) rotating weekends

SALARY

Pay grade 2 ($17.75/hour to $19.25/hr)