Lead Cook

Meriwether Godsey, Inc.; Holderness (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Uniforms

Meals

Training

Mentorship

Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental)

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey is seeking a Lead Cook for a private co-educational college preparatory school in Plymouth, NH. The role covers high-volume food production with batch cooking and made-from-scratch methods, ensuring quality and timely service.

You will supervise, train, and coordinate with kitchen staff, uphold HACCP and safety standards, and assist in purchasing and onboarding of new recipes. Shift typically runs 12:00–19:00, with catering events as needed.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Conduct daily pre-production and service meetings. Ensure food is served according to standards
• Additional duties may include purchasing/ordering necessary products, being responsible for team production, quality assurance, and other duties as requested

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Sustainability Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Formal Culinary Training or 4+ years experience

ServSafe FPM Certification

Job description

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Lead Cook

Full-Time Regular hourly - 26 Pay Full-Time Holderness, NH, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 3495

Salary Range: $25.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Lead Cookat a private co-educational college preparatory school located in Plymouth, New Hampshire.

• Work shift is generally scheduled between 12 pm and 7 pm/8 pm
• Overtime Flexibility required for catering and special events
• $25.00 Per Hour Depending on Experience

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; w ork 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
• Conduct daily pre-production and service meetings. Ensure food is served 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 operationsrequired
• 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

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.

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 New England market!

MeriwetherGodsey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace.