Line Cook

Meriwether Godsey; Amherst (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals Provided

Uniforms

Health benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey is seeking a Full-time Line Cook at Sweet Briar College, Amherst, VA to prepare, cook, and present daily meals and special events. The role runs Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 7a-3p and Wed 12:30p-8p with a pay range of $16-$18 per hour.

Responsibilities include batch cooking, from-scratch methods, and accurate production logs, while upholding HACCP and safety standards. Qualifications include culinary degree or 3+ years of experience, strong leadership, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Culinary Degree or minimum 3 years of culinary experience.
• Experience with high-volume food service, preferably in school environments.
• High level of professionalism and leadership.
• Excellent communication and good organizational skills.
• Flexibility to switch locations and duties.
• Growing knowledge of sustainable practices.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and timeliness of food production with batch cooking.
• Use traditional made-from-scratch methods and keep logs.
• Collaborate with staff to incorporate ingredients into recipes daily.
• Assist in transporting, setting up, garnishing, and breaking down stations.
• Maintain quality and perform tasks quickly and efficiently.
• Adhere to food safety and HACCP standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

Professionalism

Sustainability

Education

Culinary degree

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time Line Cook, responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of daily meals and special events at Sweet Briar College, located in Amherst, VA.

• Must be available to work as follows: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday (7a-3p) & Wednesday (12:30p-8p)
• Pay range: $16-$18 per hour

What You Will Do

• Ensure the 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.
• Work collaboratively alongside other production staff to incorporate key ingredients/products into recipes and menu offerings daily
• Participate in transporting, setting up, garnishing, maintaining, and breaking down food and supplies at assigned stations.
• Assist in maintaining quality and performing tasks quickly and efficiently
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, and all HACCP recordings

What You Need

• Culinary Degree or a minimum of 3 years of culinary experience preferred
• Experience with high-volume food service operations, preferably in school environments, is required
• High levels of professionalism and strong leadership skills
• Excellent communication and good organizational skills
• Flexibility: ability to switch between locations and job duties
• Growing knowledge of sustainable practices.
• ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification preferred
• Reliable Transportation

What You Will Get

• Competitive Pay, Meals Provided, Uniforms, Benefits such as Health, Vision, Dental, and more!

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 and supported by people who are passionate about serving others.

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

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