Cook at Meriwether Godsey, Inc.

Ambler, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jun, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

27 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Preparation, Cooking, Portioning, Recipe Following, Temperature Monitoring, Food Safety, Sanitation, Record Keeping, Organizational Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Communication, Knife Skills, Scratch Cooking, Batch Cooking, Flexibility, Professionalism

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time Cook responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of daily meals and special events at a premier Catholic Seminary located in scenic Wynnewood, Pennsylvania. Must be available to work a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends. General Schedule will be M- F from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Sat-Sun 8 am-8 pm * $20-$22 Per Hour * Full-time What the Cook 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 & left-over 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 the Cook will need: * Must be able to pass an FBI background check * High School diploma or equivalent * Prior experience as a cook desired, production kitchen or contract dining experience (2-4 prior experience preferred) * ServSafe® Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment * Experience with high-volume food service operations, preferably school environments * Ability to measure products and convert units of measure * Knife skills and scratch cooking experience * High levels of professionalism, strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skill * Flexibility; ability to switch between locations and job duties * Growing knowledge of sustainable practices * Competitive Pay, Meals Provided, Uniforms, Benefits such as Health, Vision, Dental, and more! What the Cook will get: * Competitive Pay, Meals, * Uniforms, Training, and Mentorship Benefits (Health, Vision Dental, etc.) Meriwether Godsey offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy. You’ll be surrounded and supported by people who are passionate about serving others. Enjoy a people and food-focused environment where you have the opportunity to make a difference every day and advance your career. Help Meriwether Godsey set the standard for hospitality in the Pennsylvania market! Interested in learning more? Visit our About Us Page [http://www.merig.com/about-us/] We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, religion, disability, genetic makeup, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status or veteran status and all other statuses protected by federal, state, and local law.

Responsibilities

The Cook is responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of daily meals and special events, which includes preparing large quantities of various food items according to quality standards. Duties also involve maintaining food safety through temperature recording and adhering to sanitation best practices, as well as assisting with inventory organization.