School Line Cook — Fast-Paced, Meals Included, Growth

Meriwether Godsey; Chatham (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Uniforms

Meals provided

Training & mentorship

Benefits

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time Line Cook responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of daily meals and special events at Chatham Hall, a college preparatory school in Chatham, VA.

The role requires flexibility to work days, evenings, and weekends, plus 2 years of school-based cooking experience or equivalent and ServSafe certification or ability to obtain within 6 months. Pay rate is $16 per hour and there are benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High-volume food service experience in a school setting preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and ensure food safety.
• Strong teamwork and communication in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, and weekends.
• Potential to obtain ServSafe certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the preparation, cooking, and portioning of large quantities of meat, fish, fowl, vegetables, cereals, soups, sauces, fruits, bread, desserts, and other food items.
• Prepare items in batches close to serving time to maintain quality and reduce waste.
• Follow recipes and suggest improvements for quality and presentation.
• Cook, maintain, and store foods at the required temperatures.
• Take and record temperatures and follow sanitation standards.
• Maintain production records to assist forecasting.
• Assist with organization and sanitation of coolers, freezers, and storerooms.
• Attend production meetings and contribute ideas on leftovers, efficiency, and product quality.
• Perform duties in line with food safety and sanitation best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Food safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification or ability to obtain within 6 months

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 Chatham Hall, a college preparatory school in Chatham, VA.

The role requires flexibility to work days, evenings, and weekends, plus 2 years of school-based cooking experience or equivalent and ServSafe certification or ability to obtain within 6 months. Pay rate is $16 per hour and there are benefits and growth opportunities.