Lead Cook

Meriwether Godsey; Ambler (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in hospitality is looking for a Lead Cook for full-time employment. This role involves overseeing meal preparation and cooking at a premier Catholic Seminary. The ideal candidate will have culinary training and experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Uniforms

Meals

Training

Mentorship

Health Benefits

Vision Benefits

Dental Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years culinary experience preferred.
• ServSafe FPM Certification required within 6 months.
• Experience with high-volume contract dining operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are maintained.
• Assist in training and developing kitchen staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Formal Culinary Training

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Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time Lead Cook responsible for leading the preparation, cooking, and presentation of daily meals and special events at a premier Catholic Seminary located in scenic Wynnewood, Pennsylvania.

• Must be available to work as follows: M-F from 11 am-7 pm and weekends as needed
• Overtime Flexibility required for catering and special events
• Up to $20.00 Per Hour DOE
  
  

What The Lead Cook Will Do

• Ensure quality and timeliness of food production, using batch-cooking methods to maintain the quality and freshness of the product.
• Use traditional, made-from-scratch preparation methods and keep accurate production logs.
• Assist Chef with all aspects of production; work collaboratively alongside other production staff to incorporate key ingredients/products into recipe and menu offerings daily
• Participate in transporting, setting up, garnishing, maintaining, and breaking down food and supplies at assigned stations
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, and all HACCP recordings
• Assist in training and developing other cooks in MG recipes and approaches
• Guide kitchen personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils, and machinery
• Conducts daily pre-production and service meetings. Ensures serving food according to standards
• Additional duties may include purchasing/ordering necessary products, being responsible for team production, quality assurance, and other duties as requested
  
  

What The Lead Cook Will Need

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Formal Culinary Training or a minimum of 4 years of culinary experience preferred
• ServSafe FPM Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment required
• Experience with high-volume contract dining /food service operations required
• Experience with purchasing/ordering preferred
• High levels of professionalism and strong leadership skills
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility: the ability to switch between locations and job duties
• Growing knowledge of sustainable practices
• Must have transportation, as the school is not on a public transportation route
  
  

What The Lead Cook Will Get

• Competitive Pay, Uniforms, Meals, Training, Mentorship, and Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, etc.)
  
  

Meriwether Godsey offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy. You’ll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do.

Interested in learning more? Visit our About Us Page

Enjoy a people and food-focused environment where you have the opportunity to make a difference every day and advance your career. Help Meriwether Godsey set the standard for hospitality in the Pennsylvania market!

We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, religion, disability, genetic makeup, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, or veteran status and all other statuses protected by federal, state, and local law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitality

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