Cook II

PAE Government Services Inc.; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,708 - 38,038; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

PAE Government Services Inc. is seeking a Cook II in Williamsburg, Virginia. Responsibilities include preparing quality meals, adhering to sanitation standards, and providing excellent service. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, culinary training, and experience in food preparation.

The position offers an hourly rate of $23.50, benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant work experience in a similar role.
• Ability to work well in a group.
• Valid Driver's License and US Citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Greet and interact with guests warmly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.

Skills

Preparation of food

Customer service

Sanitation standards

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary degree or equivalent training

Job description

Job Overview

Amentum is seeking a Cook II located in the Williamsburg area of Virginia. The Cook assists in preparing food for the day whether breakfast, lunch or dinner. Responsibilities include preparing quality food, presenting pleasing meals, and meeting food handling and quality assurance standards. The Cook must provide the highest level of service in support of the company's mission, core values, standards, and goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with guests in a genuinely warm and friendly manner.
• Prepare all food items as directed.
• Wash dishes, glassware, and silverware, pots, pans, and trays.
• Maintain a clean and organized pantry and coolers.
• Clean countertops and walls, mop floors.
• Segregate and remove trash and garbage and place it in designated containers; regularly empty garbage containers.
• Rinse out and wash garbage cans.
• Sort bottles, plastics, and other recyclable items.
• Stack clean dishes and transfer equipment to the proper storage area.
• Follow recipes and properly and efficiently prepare and present all food items to be served, including accommodating special guests' requests.
• Communicate the need for goods to be ordered to kitchen leadership.
• Follow all specifications and properly set up hot and cold line stations.
• Communicate all guest requests to an appropriate leader in a timely and professional manner.
• Be able to read, understand, and produce promptly.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of menu items.
• Maintain a neat and organized work area, including adherence to sanitation standards according to state law and health codes.
• Maintain neat, clean, and professional appearance according to standards.
• Comply with all company safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions.
• Attend all training and meetings as directed.
• Perform other tasks, including cross‑training as directed.
• Complete any other duties as assigned, planned or unplanned.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver's License.
• US Citizen.
• Culinary degree or related training equivalent in the Hospitality/Restaurant Industry.
• 1 year of relevant work experience in a similar scope and title.
• Experience within luxury brand/markets – preferred.
• Works well as a member of a group.
• Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.
• Valid government‑issued clearance at the time of application.

Compensation

Hourly rate: $23.50 (actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws).

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax‑saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amentum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability.