What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook - PM Shift position at Woodberry Forest School?
Woodberry Forest School, located in Madison, VA, is an exceptional private boarding school community for high school boys in grades nine through twelve. It is one of the top boarding schools in the United States and one of the only all-boys, all-boarding schools in the country. Woodberry's 1,200-acre campus is the largest for boarding schools in Virginia, and one of the largest private school campuses in the country.
Woodberry offers generous benefits and a gracious holiday schedule. We pride ourselves on being a community and having a family atmosphere. Each person is a part of a team as we strive to make the boys experience a memorable one.
The Cook is responsible for food preparation and cooking of meals for students and staff in a timely manner. The cook will work 11:00-8:00pm and have off every other weekend.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Sets up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
- Provides guidance and training to Food Services workers.
- Prepares ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
- Cooks food in ovens, stoves, grills and other kitchen utensils.
- Check's food while cooking to stir or turn.
- Ensures great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served.
- Keeps a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen.
- Ensures all food and other items are stored properly.
- Check's the quality of ingredients.
- Tracks food supplies and places orders, as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience, Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
- At least 5 years of experience in cooking areas preferred
- Familiarity with all professional kitchen equipment, including cutting tools and cookware
- Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
- Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
- Good reading and math skills
- Understanding of food safety practices
- Good physical condition
- High school diploma or GED required
- Serv safe certified or certified within a year after hire
WOODBERRY FOREST IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
