Catering Chef

Meriwether Godsey, Inc.•Hampden-Sydney, VA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time Catering Chef at a men's private college with a high-quality catering and dining program located in Farmville, VA. The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy. You’ll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do. 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 Farmville, VA market!

Requirements

Experience with high-volume catering and food service operations, preferably in school environments required

Nice To Haves

Culinary Training or a minimum of 4 years of culinary and catering experience preferred
Experience with purchasing/ordering preferred
High levels of professionalism and strong leadership skills
Excellent communication and good organizational skills
Flexibility: ability to switch between locations and job duties
Growing knowledge of sustainable practices
ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare, cook, and portion large quantities of food for daily operations and catering events.
Supervise and coordinate cooks and kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation, presentation, and service.
Serve as Manager on Duty on a scheduled basis, overseeing daily operations and staff performance.
Develop and modify recipes and cooking methods to improve product quality, consistency, and efficiency.
Order, receive, and inspect food and kitchen supplies to ensure freshness, quality, and adequate inventory levels.
Monitor and maintain kitchen inventory, ensuring proper stock levels and minimizing waste.
Create attractive food presentations and decorative displays for special events and catered functions.
Ensure the proper use, preventive maintenance, and scheduling of repairs for kitchen equipment.
Inspect work areas, equipment, and supplies to ensure compliance with company standards and health regulations.
Train and demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment usage to kitchen staff.
Monitor the quality of raw and prepared food products to maintain high culinary standards.
Maintain accurate production and operational records.
Prepare a wide variety of menu items for daily service and special events.
Maintain clean, organized, and sanitized food production, storage, and preparation areas in accordance with food safety standards.
Participate in daily production meetings, providing recommendations for leftover utilization, operational efficiency, and product quality improvements.
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures at all times.
Maintain regular, reliable attendance and contribute to the smooth operation of the kitchen.