Cook

At the Woodside Priory, our kitchen is more than just aplace to prepare meals—it is an extension of ourBenedictine values of Community, Stewardship, andHospitality. We operate as one body, treating our teammembers like family. If you are looking for a culinarycareer where your work is valued, your schedule isstable, and your environment is truly inspiring, we invite you to join us.

For the complete Position Statement, click here

Duties & Responsibilities

• As one of our line cooks, you will be responsible for the precise execution of our dailymenus, ensuring our students, faculty, and monastic community receive nutritious,exceptional meals, including: Prepare, season, and cook a wide variety of hot and cold menu items in accordance withestablished specifications and health standards.
• Manage high-heat sears, oven-finishing, and precise timing during high-volume servicewindows.
• Practice excellent stewardship of resources by monitoring inventory, reducing foodwaste, and maintaining a pristine, sanitary workstation.
• Work collaboratively with prep cooks, utility staff, and stewards to ensure a seamlessservice flow.
• Good communication skills with students and a cheerful attitude.

Qualifications

• We are seeking reliable, skilled professionals who take genuine pride in their craft.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of professional cooking experience in a high-volumescratch kitchen, restaurant, or institutional setting.
• Strong knife skills, a deep understanding of cooking methods (braising, roasting,grilling, sautéing), and the ability to read and scale recipes accurately.
• Certifications: Current Food Handler Cards required.
• Ability to stand for long periods, work efficiently in hot kitchen environments,and lift to 50 lbs.

General Information

• Compensation: Full-Time at $22.00 per hour and Part-Time at $21.00 perhour
• Schedule: Full-Time is Tuesday through Saturday, 42–45 hours per week,and Part-Time is Monday through Friday, 25 hours per week
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (Full-Time only): Robust health, dental,vision insurance plan options, and a 403(b) retirement.
• Work on a gorgeous, historic campus, surrounded by peaceful, well-maintained grounds, in a positive, respectful workspace.
• Wonderful community culture, where we foster a collaborative, upliftingatmosphere where everyone steps in to help each other succeed.
• Work-life balance in which you enjoy predictable, consistent weeklyscheduling with regular days off.

Apply

• Click the Apply for this Position button
• For the complete Position Statement, please click here