Lead Cook

Meriwether Godsey, Inc.•Ambler, PA

10d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time Lead Cook responsible for leading the preparation, cooking, and presentation of daily meals and special events at a premier Catholic Seminary located in scenic Ambler, PA. Must be available to work as follows: Monday-Friday, 11:30a-7p and weekends as needed Overtime flexibility is required for catering and special events Pay range: $20-$24 Per Hour

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
ServSafe® FPM Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment required
Experience with high-volume contract dining /food service operations required
High levels of professionalism and strong leadership skills
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Flexibility: the ability to switch between locations and job duties
Growing knowledge of sustainable practices
Must have transportation, as the school is not on a public transportation route

Nice To Haves

Formal Culinary Training or a minimum of 4 years of culinary experience preferred
Experience with purchasing/ordering preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure quality and timeliness of food production, using batch-cooking methods to maintain the quality and freshness of the product.
Use traditional, made-from-scratch preparation methods and keep accurate production logs.
Assist Chef with all aspects of production; work collaboratively alongside other production staff to incorporate key ingredients/products into recipe and menu offerings daily.
Participate in transporting, setting up, garnishing, maintaining, and breaking down food and supplies at assigned stations.
Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, and all HACCP recordings.
Assist in training and developing other cooks in MG recipes and approaches.
Guide kitchen personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils, and machinery.
Conducts daily pre-production and service meetings. Ensures serving food according to standards.
Additional duties may include purchasing/ordering necessary products, being responsible for team production, quality assurance, and other duties as requested.