Cafeteria Cook

The Jefferson Hotel • Richmond, VA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Jefferson Hotel in Richmond, VA, is seeking a dedicated and reliable Cafeteria Cook to join our Culinary Team. This position plays a key role in ensuring our employee cafeteria operates efficiently and provides fresh, high-quality meals in a clean and welcoming environment. The ideal candidate will be dependable, team-oriented, and capable of working in a fast-paced, high-volume setting. This is a full-time position with a regular schedule from Wednesday to Sunday.

Requirements

• Availability: Must be available to work Thursday through Sunday.
• Experience: At least one year of food preparation or cooking experience preferred.
• Skills: Strong understanding of food handling, sanitation, and workplace safety.
• Communication: Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Teamwork: Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative kitchen environment.
• Creative: Can create new menus and make orders each week.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; culinary coursework a plus.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a high-volume kitchen or cafeteria setting preferred.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment and handle food safely and efficiently.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to cleanliness and quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food in accordance with menu plans and batch quantities, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Clean, cut, and prepare vegetables, meats, poultry, and seafood; cook to appropriate temperatures.
• Portion and serve meals to hotel staff in a timely and courteous manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of all cooking equipment, kitchen tools, and cafeteria areas in collaboration with the Stewarding department.
• Oversee general cafeteria operations, including setup, breakdown, and cleaning.
• Create with determine a new menu weekly based on inventory and dietary needs.
• Monitor and inventory cafeteria supplies and equipment; communicate replenishment needs.
• Ensure all cafeteria equipment is clean, operational, and routinely inspected.
• Adhere to proper cash handling procedures for employee purchases.
• Provide training and guidance to new cafeteria staff as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Executive Chef or Culinary Leadership.

Benefits

• The Jefferson Hotel offers a supportive and professional work environment where teamwork, consistency, and pride in one’s work are valued. As a Cafeteria Cook, you’ll play an important role in supporting fellow employees by preparing fresh, high-quality meals in a setting that allows for creativity, ownership, and routine. With a steady full-time schedule and a collaborative culinary team, this position provides stability, clear expectations, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the daily experience of the hotel’s staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED