Part-Time Cook

2 months ago

Lexington, United States Washington and Lee University Full time

Part-time cooks follow basic recipes primarily requiring grilling, deep frying, and assembly techniques. They produce high-quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food in a timely and efficient manner, adhering to recipes and safety and sanitation procedures.

Washington and Lee University actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment that allows students and employees of multiple backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to learn, work, and thrive together. Successful candidates will contribute to that environment and exhibit potential for excellence in their areas of expertise.

Essential Functions:

  • Prepares food items to specifications using grilling, deep frying, and assembly cooking techniques.
  • Follows guidelines, policies and procedures as set forth by the Department including uniform dress code and hygiene.
  • Follows "Serve Safe guidelines" in regards to food preparation and service, always performing job duties in a safe, sanitary and cautious manner remembering the safety of self and others.
  • Ensures that products are prepared and rotated FIFO so as to reduce waste.
  • Set-up and clean-up of kitchen and any designated refrigerated or storage areas. Cleans counters and floors.
  • Proper labeling and rotating of all stock and product. Proper holding and serving temperatures of all product
  • Notifies Lead, Full or other Part Time cook of any shortages or quality issues.
  • Under supervision, operates standard cooking equipment such as mixers, steamers, toasters, choppers, fryers, ovens and stoves. 8: Assists in other areas of the Department as needed and performs other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: The schedule is flexible but will require some evening and weekend shifts. In this position, you are limited to 29 or fewer hours per week and less than 999 hours in your anniversary year.

Miniuium Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED preferred. ServSafe certification or willingness to acquire within a year of employment date.
  • Ability to multitask in a fast paced work environment. Must be able to follow verbal and written directions and provide responses in writing.
  • Ability to use computers to read and respond to emails and to use basic applications is also required
  • . Must be committed to following departmental standards and guidelines to ensure the safety of self and others.
  • Must be able to pass an extensive background check.
Minimum Pay - $17.75 per hour.

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. You will be asked to provide names and contact information for three professional references.

Physical Requirements
  • Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling.
  • Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
  • Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
  • Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.
  • Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
  • Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
  • Standing: Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time.
  • Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
  • Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
  • Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
  • Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles.
Working Conditions:
  • The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outside.
  • The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
  • The worker is subject to oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.


Type of Work: Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Position Type:

Non-Exempt, Part Time, Non-Benefit Eligible

  • Cook (Full Time and Part Time)

    1 month ago

    Lexington, Kentucky, United States Compass Group Careers Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Cook to join our team at Compass Group Careers. As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions. Your attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment will ensure that our customers receive exceptional service.Key...

  • Morning Cook

    2 weeks ago

    Lexington, Kentucky, United States Delaware North Full time

    Delaware North Travel - Morning Cook OpportunityWe are seeking experienced part-time Morning Cooks to join our team at Lexington Airport in Lexington, Kentucky.Key Responsibilities:Assist in training team members and preparing food to meet quality standards.Operate kitchen equipment and maintain a clean and organized workspace.Perform opening, closing, and...

  • Full-Time Cook

    2 months ago

    Lexington, United States The Kendal Corporation Full time

    Job Posting: Full-Time CookLocation: Kendal at Lexington Position: Full-Time Cook Pay: $17 - $19 per hour (based on experience) About Us: At Kendal at Lexington, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and services to our residents in a supportive and enriching environment. We are currently seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Full-Time Cook to join our...

  • Full Time Cook

    1 week ago

    Lexington, United States JobsRUs.com Full time

    JobsRUs.com is currently seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Full-Time Cook to join our client's culinary team in Lexington, VA! Pay ranges from $17-$20/hrShift: 11 am - 7 pm, or 6:30 am - 2:30 pmResponsibilities:Prepare and cook various meals according to established recipes and dietary guidelines.Ensure high standards of food quality, presentation, and...

  • Pizza Cook

    2 weeks ago

    Lexington, Kentucky, United States Goodfellas Pizzeria Full time

    Pizza Cook Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Pizza Cook to join our team at Goodfellas Pizzeria. As a Pizza Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking pizzas to perfection, ensuring that every dish that leaves our kitchen meets our high standards of quality and taste.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and cook pizzas to order, using a variety of...

  • Grill Cook

    3 weeks ago

    Lexington, Kentucky, United States Compass Group Careers Full time

    Job Title: Grill CookWe are seeking a skilled Grill Cook to join our team at Morrison Healthcare. As a Grill Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and serving food to our customers in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and cook food to order, ensuring high-quality and presentation standards.Serve customers in a friendly...

  • Line Cook

    1 month ago

    Lexington, Kentucky, United States Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint Full time

    Job OverviewJack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint is a dynamic and fast-paced environment that requires skilled and dedicated individuals to maintain its high standards of quality and service. As a Line Cook, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our kitchen, delivering exceptional food to our guests.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare food items...

  • Cook

    4 weeks ago

    Lexington, United States Goodfellas Pizzeria Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Desperados, From the Founders of Goodfellas PizzeriaLocation: Distillery District, Lexington, KYAbout Us: Desperados is an exciting new addition to the vibrant culinary scene of the Distillery District in Lexington, KY. Our mission is to deliver authentic and flavorful street tacos using fresh, locally sourced...

  • Line Cook

    1 month ago

    Lexington, Kentucky, United States Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint Full time

    Job OverviewJack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint is a dynamic and fast-paced environment that requires skilled and dedicated individuals to join our kitchen team. As a Line Cook, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality food to our guests while maintaining a clean and organized workstation.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare food items according to our...

  • Cook

    4 weeks ago

    Lexington, United States The Lafayette Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:The Lafayette is seeking Cooks to join their team!The Cook reports directly to the Food and Beverage Director.Shift DetailsCookMon-Fri ; Every other weekend requiredPURPOSECookThe Cook is responsible for all food preparation so that food meets and / or exceeds quality, quantity and service schedule requirements and...

  • Cook

    4 weeks ago

    Lexington, United States Phoenix Senior Living Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:The Lafayette is seeking Cooks to join their team!The Cook reports directly to the Food and Beverage Director.Shift DetailsCookMon-Fri ; Every other weekend requiredPURPOSECookThe Cook is responsible for all food preparation so that food meets and / or exceeds quality, quantity and service schedule requirements and...

  • Grill Cook

    1 month ago

    Lexington, South Carolina, United States Compass Group Careers Full time

    Job SummaryAs a Grill Cook with Compass Group Careers, you will be responsible for preparing and serving food to customers in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This role requires attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work well under pressure.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and cook food to order, ensuring high-quality...

  • Line Server/Short-Order Cook

    2 months ago

    Lexington, United States Lizard's Thicket Full time

    Job DetailsJob LocationLexington - Lexington, SCSalary Range$10.00 - $13.00 HourlyJob ShiftAM/PM ShiftsDescriptionLizard's Thicket is looking to hire a full or part-time Line Server / Short-Order Cook to help our kitchen staff prepare delicious food for our loyal customers. Are you a customer service rock star who loves country cooking and can contribute to...

  • Line Server/Short-Order Cook

    2 weeks ago

    Lexington, South Carolina, United States Lizard's Thicket Full time

    About Lizard's ThicketLizard's Thicket is a family-friendly restaurant that values its employees and offers a competitive wage and excellent benefits. We are seeking a full or part-time Line Server/Short-Order Cook to join our kitchen team.Job SummaryWe are looking for a skilled Line Server/Short-Order Cook to prepare delicious food for our customers. The...

  • Line Server/Short-Order Cook

    2 months ago

    Lexington, United States Lizard's Thicket Full time

    Job DetailsJob Location Lexington - Lexington, SC Salary Range $10.00 - $13.00 Hourly Job Shift AM/PM Shifts DescriptionLizard's Thicket is looking to hire a full or part-time Line Server / Short-Order Cook to help our kitchen staff prepare delicious food for our loyal customers. Are you a customer service rock star who loves country cooking and can...

  • Grill Cook

    2 weeks ago

    Lexington, Kentucky, United States Morrison Healthcare Full time

    Job SummaryAs a Grill Cook at Morrison Healthcare, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality food to our customers in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. This role requires strong culinary skills, attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and cook food to order, using established recipes and...

  • Line Server/Short-Order Cook

    1 month ago

    Lexington, South Carolina, United States Lizard's Thicket Full time

    About Lizard's ThicketLizard's Thicket is a family-friendly restaurant that values its employees and offers a competitive wage and excellent benefits. We are seeking a full or part-time Line Server / Short-Order Cook to join our kitchen team.Job SummaryWe are looking for a skilled Line Server / Short-Order Cook to prepare delicious food for our customers. As...

  • Prep Cook

    4 weeks ago

    Lexington, Kentucky, United States Pies & Pints Full time

    Job OpportunityWe are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Prep Cook to join our team at Pies & Pints. As a key member of our kitchen staff, you will be responsible for preparing food while following recipes and upholding quality standards.ResponsibilitiesPrepare food according to recipes and quality standards.Set up and stock stations with necessary tools...

  • Line Server/Short-Order Cook

    4 weeks ago

    Lexington, South Carolina, United States Lizard's Thicket Full time

    About Lizard's ThicketLizard's Thicket is a family-friendly restaurant that values its employees and offers a competitive wage and excellent benefits. We are looking for a full or part-time Line Server/Short-Order Cook to join our kitchen team.Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Line Server/Short-Order Cook to prepare delicious food for our customers. The...

  • Line Server/Short-Order Cook

    1 month ago

    Lexington, South Carolina, United States Lizard's Thicket Full time

    About Lizard's ThicketLizard's Thicket is a family-friendly restaurant that values its employees and offers a competitive wage and excellent benefits. We are looking for a full or part-time Line Server/Short-Order Cook to join our kitchen team.Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Line Server/Short-Order Cook to prepare delicious food for our customers. The...