Line Cook I — Premium Dining & Service

Amentum company; Williamsburg, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum in Williamsburg, VA is seeking a Cook I to assist in meal preparation for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You will help ensure quality, presentation, and compliance with food handling standards while supporting company values.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, following recipes, maintaining a clean kitchen, and assisting with kitchen leadership communication. Prior experience in hospitality and a culinary background are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Drivers License required.
• US or Naturalized Citizen required.
• Culinary degree or related training in Hospitality/Restaurant industry.
• 1 year of relevant work experience in similar scope and title.
• Experience within luxury brand/markets preferred.
• Team player who works well in a group.
• Capable of completing tasks with necessary details.
• Must have valid government issued clearance at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with guests in a genuinely warm and friendly manner.
• Prepares 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 and walls, mop floors.
• Segregate and remove trash and garbage and place it in designated containers.
• Regularly empty garbage containers.
• Rinse out and wash garbage cans.
• Sort bottles, plastics, and other recyclable items.
• Stack clean dishes and transfer equipment to storage area.
• Follow recipes and properly and efficiently prepare and present all food items to be served, including accommodating special guests' requests.
• Communicate need for goods to kitchen leadership.
• Follow all specifications and properly set up hot and cold line stations.
• Communicate guest requests to appropriate leader in a timely manner.
• Read, understand and produce promptly.
• Maintain knowledge of menu items.
• Maintain a neat and organized work area and adhere to sanitation standards.
• Maintain professional appearance according to standards.
• Comply with safety policies; report accidents or unsafe conditions.
• Attend training and meetings; cross-train as directed.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary degree or related training

Job description

Amentum in Williamsburg, VA is seeking a Cook I to assist in meal preparation for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You will help ensure quality, presentation, and compliance with food handling standards while supporting company values.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, following recipes, maintaining a clean kitchen, and assisting with kitchen leadership communication. Prior experience in hospitality and a culinary background are preferred.