Full-Time Prep Cook — Meals, Training & Growth (DC)

Meriwether Godsey, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Meals provided

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey, Inc. is seeking a Full-time Prep Cook to assist with preparing, cooking, and presenting daily meals, as well as catering for events at a Northwest Washington, DC independent Episcopal day school.

The position is hourly with a Monday–Friday schedule from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, and occasional overtime for evening/weekend catering. Join a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen focused on quality and service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of prior food preparation experience preferred.
• ServSafe Certification.
• Ability to measure products and convert units.
• Awareness of commercial kitchen equipment and routine maintenance/cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine kitchen tasks and follow the prep list.
• Label and stock ingredients on shelves for organization and easy access.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping vegetables, and cutting meat.
• Set up workstations and ingredients per recipes.
• Undertake basic cooking duties, such as reducing sauces.
• Prepare simple dishes, such as salads and entrees.
• Record temperatures and follow all food safety standards.
• Help organize and sanitize coolers, freezers, storerooms, and equipment.
• Participate in daily production meetings and suggest improvements.

Skills

ServSafe Certification

Measurement & unit conversion

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Meriwether Godsey, Inc. is seeking a Full-time Prep Cook to assist with preparing, cooking, and presenting daily meals, as well as catering for events at a Northwest Washington, DC independent Episcopal day school.

The position is hourly with a Monday–Friday schedule from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, and occasional overtime for evening/weekend catering. Join a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen focused on quality and service.