Washington College is seeking qualified applicants for a Full-Time Cook. This position prepares, presents, and serves food as needed. Positions involved that fall under this job title include but are not limited to Prep Cook, Baker, Grill Cook, and Cook.

Essential Functions:

• Obtains daily production schedule and preparation requirements from the Chef
• Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures after each use
• Completes all required documentation, reports, and logs as required
• Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures
• Takes orders from customer and prepare items requiring short preparation time
• Serves customers in an efficient and friendly manner; resolves customer concerns
• Utilizes approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures, and standard portion control
• Prep work including washing, peeling, cutting, and seeding vegetables and fruits along with weighing and measuring designated ingredients
• Responsible for using commercial and non-commercial kitchen equipment, which includes slicers, mixers, steamers, ovens, stoves, kettles, and other equipment needed to complete tasks
• Properly stores foods in designated areas following wrapping, dating, and food safety and rotation procedures
• Assists with catering and other special events in preparation, service, and clean up
• Assures compliance with all sanitation and safety requirements
• Assist with daily and weekly cleaning of the dining service areas of operation so that it meets operating standards
• Performs other duties and functions as assigned

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred but not required; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess basic math ability and the ability to multi-task. Schedule may include days, nights, weekends and holidays. Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

How to Apply:

When applying please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information of three professional references through our online portal (https://washcoll.hrmdirect.com/employment/index.php). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

About Washington College

Founded in 1782, Washington College is a private liberal arts college nestled in the beautiful and historic Chesapeake Bay watershed on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Just one hour to the north is the Pennsylvania metropolis and just one hour west across the Chesapeake Bay is Washington DC. As the first college chartered in the sovereign United States of America, General George Washington lent us his name, donated 50 guineas to our founding, and served on our first Board of Visitors and Governors. Today, Washington College exemplifies the shared values of our founding patron, George Washington: integrity, determination, curiosity, civility, leadership, and moral courage. We offer academic rigor and self-discovery in a supportive, residential community of well-qualified, diverse, and motivated individuals. We develop in our students habits of analytic thought and clear communication, aesthetic insight, ethical sensitivity, and civic responsibility. We prepare our students for rich and fulfilling lives; for myriad and unpredictable opportunities; for a lifetime of learning, leadership, and productive endeavor.

EEO Statement & Title IX

Washington College values diversity within our students, faculty, and staff, and strives to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people. Washington College does not discriminate in employment on the bases of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and/or local laws. For information on Washington College's Title IX compliance, please visit https://www.washcoll.edu/title-ix/ .

Other Information

Employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check and establishment of identity and verification of employment eligibility as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Washington College provides a competitive benefits package.

It is the policy of Washington College to provide reasonable accommodations. If you require any accommodations to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact humanresources@washcoll.edu.