School Kitchen Cook: Fast-Paced, High-Impact Meals

Meriwether Godsey, Inc.; Newtown (PA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Meals provided

Uniforms

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey is seeking a Full-time Cook for George School in Newtown, PA. You will prepare, cook, and present meals for daily service and events, following recipes and quality standards.

The role runs Monday–Friday, 6a–2p with weekend work as needed. Requirements include a high school diploma, ServSafe certification (or within 6 months), and the ability to pass an FBI background check and skills assessment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• ServSafe certification required or obtainable within 6 months.
• Experience with high-volume food service operations, preferably in school environments.
• Ability to pass FBI background check.
• Ability to pass a skills assessment.
• Flexibility to switch between locations and duties.

Responsibilities

• Participate in preparation, cooking, and portioning of large quantities of food.
• Prepare items in batches close to serving time to maintain quality.
• Follow recipes and suggest changes to improve products.
• Cook and store foods at required temperatures and maintain safety.
• Record temperatures and food safety information.
• Maintain records of production, attendance, and leftovers.
• Assist with organization and sanitation of storage areas.
• Attend production meetings daily and provide input.
• Perform duties in line with food safety best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety practices

FBI background check

High-volume kitchen

Professionalism

Communication

Problem solving

Flexibility

Sustainable practices knowledge

Measuring & portioning

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Meriwether Godsey is seeking a Full-time Cook for George School in Newtown, PA. You will prepare, cook, and present meals for daily service and events, following recipes and quality standards.

The role runs Monday–Friday, 6a–2p with weekend work as needed. Requirements include a high school diploma, ServSafe certification (or within 6 months), and the ability to pass an FBI background check and skills assessment.