Catering Cook - High-Volume Events, Flexible Shifts

Gage Marine; Williams Bay (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Life Catering in Williams Bay, WI is hiring Catering Cooks to join our culinary team. We are seeking motivated and dependable individuals who thrive in a fun, fast-paced kitchen environment and love the energy of a big event.

Some experience is preferred, but we are willing to train candidates who are eager to learn and have a passion for food. If you take pride in preparing high-quality food at volume, enjoy working as part of a team, and want to help bring the Lake Life experience to

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience in a restaurant or catering kitchen preferred; willing to train the right candidate.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and handling procedures.
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working at off-site event locations, indoors and outdoors.
• Passion for food and a positive, problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook catering menu items according to recipes, event sheets, and standards.
• Batch prep large-volume orders – slice, cut, shred, marinate, and portion proteins and vegetables as needed.
• Braise, grill, roast, fry, or sauté ingredients while maintaining quality and consistency at volume.
• Execute plated, buffet, family-style, and station service for events of all sizes.
• Pack, label, and load food and equipment for off-site events, keeping proper hot and cold holding temps.
• Set up, run, and break down event kitchens and service lines on-site and off-site.
• Follow food safety procedures and prevent cross-contamination, including guest allergy requests.
• Track event timelines to ensure food is ready, plated, and out on time.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation at all times.
• Inform the manager of any equipment maintenance, repair, or replacement needs.
• Work collaboratively with chefs, event staff, and team members during events.

Skills

Catering experience

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Lift 50 lbs

Job description

Lake Life Catering in Williams Bay, WI is hiring Catering Cooks to join our culinary team. We are seeking motivated and dependable individuals who thrive in a fun, fast-paced kitchen environment and love the energy of a big event.

Some experience is preferred, but we are willing to train candidates who are eager to learn and have a passion for food. If you take pride in preparing high-quality food at volume, enjoy working as part of a team, and want to help bring the Lake Life experience to