Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $17.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
flexible scheduling
Team-centric environment
Professional work environment
Opportunity for career growth
Mission-driven workplace
supportive team culture
Paid Time Off
Job Description
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) located in Richmond, Virginia, stands as one of the most prominent and comprehensive art museums in the United States. Boasting a vast encyclopedic collection of over 50,000 works of art that span some 6,000 years of world history, VMFA offers an unparalleled cultural resource and an inspiring environment for both visitors and staff alike. The museum's significant collections include the largest public collection of Fabergé outside Russia, a remarkable assortment of Art Nouveau pieces second only to those in Paris, and one of America’s finest collections of American art. In addition, VMFA houses... Show More
Job Requirements
- Food service experience in BOH/kitchen
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and comprehend complex recipes
- Strong communication skills including written, reading and verbal
- Ability to take feedback well
- Ability to use weights, measures and comprehend recipes
- Knowledge of basic knife skills, chopping, and sautéing, grilling and food prep
- Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
- Ability to handle fast paced, high volume situations in a kitchen
- Good knife skills and knowledge about kitchen equipment
- Ability to independently solve routine problems
- Flexible availability that includes weekends, evenings and holidays
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Flexible when given different assignments and directions
- Ability to lift or move up to 50 lbs
- Ability to stand or walk up to 10 hours
- Ability to bend, point, stand, twist, climb and have dexterity of fingers
- Motivated with strong work ethic
- Self-starter
Job Qualifications
- Food service experience in BOH/kitchen
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and complex recipes
- Strong communication skills including written, reading and verbal
- Ability to take feedback well
- Ability to use weights, measures and comprehend recipes
- Knowledge of basic knife skills, chopping, sautéing, grilling and food prep
- Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
- Ability to handle fast paced, high volume kitchen situations
- Good knife skills and knowledge about kitchen equipment
- Ability to independently solve routine problems
- Flexible availability including weekends, evenings and holidays
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Flexible with different assignments and directions
- Ability to lift or move up to 50 lbs
- Ability to stand or walk up to 10 hours
- Ability to bend, point, stand, twist, climb and have finger dexterity
- Motivated with strong work ethic
- Self-starter
Job Duties
- Prepare food to the executive chef's specifications as well as assisting kitchen staff with daily tasks
- Work independently to support the Best Café and Special Events kitchen teams with prep and line cook duties, as instructed by the chefs
- Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff ensuring menu items are served in a timely manner
- Support chefs and kitchen staff with projects, inventories, deliveries, kitchen maintenance and cleanings
- Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe working environment
- Report accidents, issues or policy violations to kitchen leadership
- Support the museum’s commitment to provide quality customer service and quality products to visitors and guests
- Flexibly move from working on Best Café and Special Events menu preparations to other kitchen tasks as needed
- Help prepare foods for Amuse and Floris when directed
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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