Daytime Cook - Full-Time, High-Volume Kitchen

Meriwether Godsey; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms

Meals

Training and Mentorship

Health benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey is seeking a Full-time cook for daily meals and special events at a retail dining operation in Richmond, VA. The role involves preparation, cooking, and presentation of a variety of food items, with a strict adherence to recipes and safety standards.

Shift is Monday through Friday, 6:30a-2:30p. A high level of professionalism and flexibility to switch duties and locations is required, along with ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain it within six months.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two years' experience as a cook is desired; production kitchen or contract dining experience preferred.
• ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Experience with high-volume food service operations, preferably in school environments.
• Ability to measure products and convert units of measure.
• Growing knowledge of sustainable practices.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the preparation, cooking, and portioning of large quantities of meat, fish, fowl, vegetables, cereals, soups, sauces, fruits, bread, desserts, and other food items.
• Prepare items in batches as close to serving time as possible to ensure quality and limit over-production.
• Follow recipes and recommend changes in recipes and cooking methods to improve products and ensure the highest quality food preparation and presentation.
• Cook, maintain, and store all foods at/the required temperatures.
• Take and record temperatures, following all required food handling and sanitation standards to ensure food safety.
• Maintain accurate records of production amounts, attendance & left-over amounts to assist in forecasting.
• Assist with organization and sanitation of coolers, freezers, and storerooms with proper labeling and dating.
• Attend production meetings daily, offering input concerning leftover utilization, efficiency, product quality, etc.
• Perform all duties in accordance with food safety and sanitation best practices.
• Other duties, as assigned

Skills

Cook experience

ServSafe Certification

High-volume food service

Good communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Meriwether Godsey is seeking a Full-time cook for daily meals and special events at a retail dining operation in Richmond, VA. The role involves preparation, cooking, and presentation of a variety of food items, with a strict adherence to recipes and safety standards.

Shift is Monday through Friday, 6:30a-2:30p. A high level of professionalism and flexibility to switch duties and locations is required, along with ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain it within six months.