Cook II
About the role
Amentum is seeking a Cook II located in the Williamsburg area of Virginia. The Cook assists in preparing food for the day whether breakfast, lunch or dinner. The Cooks are responsible for preparing quality food and pleasing presentations, and meeting food handling and quality assurance standards. They are to provide the highest level of service in support of the company's mission, core values, standards, and goals.
Responsibilities
- Greet and interact with guests in a genuinely warm and friendly manner
- Prepare all food items as directed
- Wash dishes, glassware, and silverware
- Wash pots, pans, and trays
- Maintain a clean and organized pantry and coolers
- Clean countertops and walls, mop floors
- Segregate and remove trash and garbage and place it in designated containers
- Regularly empty garbage containers
- Rinse out and wash garbage cans
- Sort bottles, plastics, and other recyclable items
- Stack clean dishes and transfer equipment to the proper storage area
- Follow recipes and properly and efficiently prepare and present all food items to be served, including accommodating special guests' requests
- Communicate the need for goods to be ordered to kitchen leadership
- Follow all specifications and properly set up hot and cold line stations
- Communicate all guest requests to an appropriate leader in a timely and professional manner
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of menu items
- Maintain a neat and organized work area to include adhering to sanitation standards according to state law and health codes
- Maintain neat, clean, and professional appearance according to standards
- Comply with all company safety and security policies and procedures
- Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions
- Attend all training and meetings as directed
- Perform other tasks, including cross-training as directed
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Driver's License
- US Citizen
- Culinary degree or related training equivalent in the Hospitality/Restaurant Industry
- 1 year of relevant work experience in similar scope and title
- Experience within luxury brand/markets - preferred
- Works well as a member of a group
- Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Must have valid government-issued clearance at the time of application
Pay
The compensation range or hourly rate for this position is $23.50. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
- Educational reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tax-saving options
- Disability and life insurance
- Pet insurance