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Prep Cook - Commerce - Natural Resources - See Posting
State of West Virginia
Commerce - Natural Resources
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a prep cook at restaurants in West Virginia State Park lodges, where you'll help prepare meals in a beautiful natural setting while serving guests who are vacationing.
It involves working in a team to create enjoyable dining experiences amid stunning landscapes and forests.
A good fit would be someone enthusiastic about food, hospitality, and outdoor environments who enjoys interacting with people in a relaxed, scenic workplace.
Key Requirements
- Enthusiasm and dedication to food and beverage service
- Ability to work in a team-oriented hospitality environment
- Basic culinary skills for food preparation and handling
- Commitment to providing exceptional guest service
- Willingness to work in scenic, outdoor-adjacent locations across West Virginia state parks
- Reliability in a fast-paced restaurant setting
Full Job Description
***This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the WV Division of Personnel merit system.***
Now Hiring: Prep Cooks at West Virginia State Park Lodge Restaurants
West Virginia State Parks is actively recruiting dedicated and enthusiastic food and beverage workers to join our teams at state park lodges across the region.
This is a unique opportunity to explore your passion for hospitality in some of the most unique and beautiful locations West Virginia has to offer.
Why Work With Us?
Working at a West Virginia State Park lodge restaurant is more than just a job—it's a chance to be part of an exceptional team that works where people vacation. You'll enjoy:
Scenic Work Environment: Work daily surrounded by the stunning landscapes, forests, and mountains of West Virginia's state parks.
Unique Atmosphere: Serve guests and visitors who are exploring our beautiful state.
Connection to Nature: Enjoying nature while serving guests.
Creating Memorable Experiences: You are making a difference by creating memorable experiences for your guests by providing exceptional service and hospitality.
Suburb Work Environment: You will be part of a team of state park professionals who are known for providing superior service and hospitality. You will have an opportunity to learn from among the best, thus sharpening your skills toward a rewarding career.
Flexibility, Fun and Competitive Wages: West Virginia State Parks offers flexible hours and days as well as competitive wages, not to mention an amazing atmosphere.
We have a critical need to fill Prep Cook roles within our State Park Restaurants with temporary year-round, part-time, and seasonal positions.
Morgan County; Berkeley Springs; Cacapon Resort State Park.
Ritchie/Wood County; Cairo; North Bend State Park.
Summers/Mercer County: Pipestem; Pipestem Resort State Park.
Fayette County; Ansted; Hawks Nest State Park.
Logan County; Logan; Chief Logan State Park.
Wyoming County; Mullens; Twin Falls Resort State Park.
West Virginia State Parks is seeking ambitious Prep Cooks at state park lodge restaurants to assist in the preparation of delicious dishes in the kitchen.
As a prep-cook you will perform routine kitchen tasks such as setting up workstations and ingredients so that food can be prepared according to recipes.
The ideal candidate will also be able to function in a fast-paced, busy environment as a part of a team.
Responsibilities include, follow the prep lists, label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible, measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking, prepare cooking ingredients, undertake basic cooking duties, prepare simple dishes, maintain a clean and orderly kitchen to ensure that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and regulations, ensure all food and other items are stored properly, comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines, perform other kitchen duties as assigned.
Employees must be willing to work occasional evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
Click The APPLY Link To Apply Online.
IMPORTANT: You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section, or you may attach a detailed resume. Please make sure to review the “Other Information” section of this listing for any specific instructions of the hiring department.
ATTENTION: Applicants may provide verification of post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified.
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Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by U.S .mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
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Qualifications
***Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.***
Additional Information
Hourly Rate:
Prep Cook $13 - $14 / hour, based on experience.
How To Apply
For more information or to apply, please visit: http://personnel.wv.gov
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