About the Monroe Institute
The Monroe Institute is a non-profit research and education organization with a goal of achieving the global awakening of human consciousness. To achieve this goal, we offer self-taught online courses, fully guided week long online courses and weeklong residential courses in two facilities on our campus in Faber, Virginia, USA. In addition, we offer, over 100 off-campus programs throughout the U.S., Europe, Latin America and Asia. The Monroe Institute uses a sound technology called Monroe Sound Science that was founded on audio technologies created by Robert Monroe more than 50 years ago. Through research and testing, the audio technology has evolved to include more than 50 different techniques to inspire unique experiences.
Job Summary:
The cook/housekeeper will work in the two residential training facilities on our campus in Faber, Virginia. Our residential courses are 5-days/6-nights, so it will require working on weekends. As a member of our hospitality team, you will assist with meal preparation and cleaning of the guests’ rooms and common areas. As an international meditation retreat center we strive for excellent customer service. It is important that you are courteous, respectful and trustworthy.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Cleaning Duties/Responsibilities:
- Performs cleaning duties in all guest areas and back of house
- Consistently offers professional, friendly, and engaging service
- Ensures housekeeping departmental standards are followed
- Responds timely to guests’ special requests for miscellaneous items like extra towels, etc.
- Maintains inventory of necessary supplies
- Reports necessary maintenance items
- Follows departmental policies and procedures
- Follows all safety and sanitation policies
- Assists other departments when needed to ensure optimum service to guests.
- Performs additional duties as needed
Cooking Duties/Responsibilities:
- Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
- Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables,
cutting meat etc.)
- Prepare daily meals and snacks according to preset menus and recipes
- Ensure great presentation of food and beverages according the departmental standards
- Maintain a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
- Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
- Check and verify quality of ingredients
- Monitor stock and notify Hospitality Manager when inventory is low
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Proven experience as cook
- Detail-oriented and thorough
- Sufficient ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English to complete work efficiently, effectively, and courteously
- Experience in using cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware
- Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
- Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
- Housekeeping experience a plus
- Ability to remain discreet and respect the privacy of residents, tenants, and/or guests.
- Ability to work in a team
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to withstand prolonged periods of standing, walking and frequently pulling, pushing, and bending
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
If you are interested in a position as listed above please send an email to careers@monroeinstitute.orgalong with a PDF of your resume including references.
We will contact you if we are interested in setting up an interview with you.
Thank you for your interest!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Weekly day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person