Line Cook I

Amentum; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Line Cook I to join their team in Williamsburg. This role involves preparing quality food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner while ensuring exceptional presentation and adherence to food handling standards. The ideal candidate will have a passion for culinary arts, a keen attention to detail, and a commitment to providing excellent service. Join a dynamic kitchen environment where your contributions will enhance the dining experience and support the company's mission of quality and service excellence.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of relevant experience in a culinary role.
• Culinary degree or equivalent training in the hospitality industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Follow recipes and accommodate special requests.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Sanitation Standards

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary Degree or Equivalent Training

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Dishwashing Equipment

Job description

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Amentum is seeking a Line Cook I located in the Williamsburg area of Virginia.

The Line Cook assists in preparing food for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are responsible for preparing quality food with pleasing presentation, meeting food handling and quality standards, and providing excellent service in support of the company's mission, core values, standards, and goals.

Job Requirements:

• Greet and interact with guests warmly and genuinely
• Prepare all food items as directed
• Wash dishes, glassware, and silverware
• Wash pots, pans, and trays
• Maintain a clean and organized pantry and coolers
• Clean countertops, walls, and mop floors
• Segregate and remove trash and recyclables, and empty garbage containers regularly
• Rinse and wash garbage cans
• Sort bottles, plastics, and other recyclables
• Stack clean dishes and transfer equipment to storage
• Follow recipes and properly prepare and present all food items, accommodating special requests
• Communicate needs for goods to kitchen leadership
• Set up hot and cold line stations according to specifications
• Communicate guest requests promptly and professionally
• Read, understand, and produce orders efficiently
• Maintain knowledge of menu items
• Keep work areas clean and adhere to sanitation standards
• Maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance
• Follow safety and security policies, report accidents and unsafe conditions
• Attend training and meetings as required
• Perform cross-training and other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver's License
• US or Naturalized Citizen
• Culinary degree or equivalent training in Hospitality/Restaurant Industry
• At least 1 year of relevant experience
• Experience in luxury markets (preferred)
• Team player
• Detail-oriented and capable of completing tasks thoroughly
• Valid government-issued clearance at application time

Amentum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, medical condition, disability, or other protected categories under law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing

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