Cook

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 located in Chatham, VA.

What you will do:

• 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 as close to serving time as possible to ensure quality and limit over-production using good judgment in timing to ensure service without interruption.
• Follow recipes and recommend changes in recipes and cooking methods to improve products and ensure the highest quality food preparation and presentation.
• Cook, maintain, and store all foods at/to the required temperatures.
• Take and record temperatures, following all required food handling and sanitation standards to ensure food safety.
• Maintain accurate records of production amounts, attendance & leftover amounts to assist in efficient forecasting information.
• Assist with the organization and sanitation of coolers, freezers, and storerooms: all items covered, labeled, and dated.
• Attend production meetings daily, offering input concerning leftover utilization, efficiency, product quality, etc.
• Perform all duties in accordance with food safety and sanitation best practices.
• Other duties, as assigned.

What you need:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of proven experience as a cook in a school setting or equivalent
• ServSafe® Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
• Experience with high-volume food service operations, preferably in school environments
• Ability to measure products and convert units of measure
• High levels of professionalism, strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skill
• Flexibility: the ability to switch between locations and job duties
• Growing knowledge of sustainable practices

What you will get:

• Competitive Pay, Uniforms, Meals, Training and Mentorship, and Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, etc.)