Prep Cook at Meriwether Godsey, Inc.

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Apr, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

30 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Preparation, Batch Cooking, Team Collaboration, Food Safety, Sanitation Standards, Customer Service, Communication Skills, Leadership, Organizational Skills, Catering Experience, Sustainable Practices, Cooking Techniques, Ingredient Measurement, Production Logs, High Volume Operations, Vegetable Preparation, Meat Cutting

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time Prep Cook (Salad Station, Garde Manger, Prep) to assist in the production and preparation of daily meals and special functions at an independent Episcopal day school located in Northwest, Washington, DC. * Full Time * Monday- Friday * 6:30 am-3 pm * $20.00 an hour * Catering Experience Highly Preferred What the Prep Cook will do: * Assist Chef and other cooks in the quality and timeliness of food production, using batch-cooking methods to maintain the quality and freshness of the product. * Follow the prep list created by the chef; measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking. * Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, etc. * Undertake basic cooking duties and prepare simple dishes. * Use traditional, made-from-scratch preparation methods and keep accurate production logs. * Work collaboratively alongside other production staff to incorporate key ingredients/products into recipes and menu offerings on a daily basis. * Participate in transporting, setting up, garnishing, maintaining, and breaking down of food and supplies at assigned stations. * Maintain a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen and adhere to food safety, sanitation standards, and all HACCP recording. * Assist in maintaining food quality and performing tasks quickly and efficiently. What the Prep Cook will need: * Must be able to pass an FBI background check * High school diploma or equivalent; training from a culinary school will be an asset. * Prior food preparatory experience (2 - 3 years preferred) * Experience with high volume foodservice operations, preferably school environments. * Leadership and organizational skills; ability to work in a team environment * Good communication skills and customer service focused * Passion for reducing waste and promoting sustainable practices * ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification preferred * Reliable Transportation What the Prep Cook will get: * Competitive Pay, Meals, Uniforms, Training and Mentorship, and Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, etc.) * Benefits such as Health, Vision, Dental, and more! 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 small, community-focused environment where you may grow your leadership and hospitality skills, and your career opportunities with a value-based company. Help Meriwether Godsey set the standard for hospitality in the Metro DC market! Interested in learning more? Visit our About Us Page [http://www.merig.com/about-us/] Meriwether Godsey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace.

Responsibilities

The Prep Cook will assist the Chef and other cooks in food production, ensuring quality and timeliness. Responsibilities include preparing ingredients, basic cooking duties, and maintaining a sanitized kitchen environment.