Catering Production Cook: Efficient, Event-Ready Kitchen

TGiS Catering Services Inc; Los Angeles, Long Beach (CA, CA); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

TGIS Catering is seeking an experienced Cook 2 for our main production kitchen in Long Beach. The successful candidate will review preparation lists, organize their station, and complete production with minimal supervision, under the chef's direction to ensure quality and timely output.

Responsibilities include preparing items per recipes, planning around event requirements, scaling quantities, coordinating with the team to stay on schedule, and adhering to safety and sanitation standards.

Qualifikationen

• Professional cooking experience in catering, banquet, restaurant, hotel, or another production kitchen.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of basic cooking methods.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and prepare food in larger quantities.
• Good judgment about when to solve routine problems and when to consult the chef.
• Consistent attendance, clear communication, and a cooperative attitude.

Aufgaben

• Independently prepare and cook assigned menu items using established recipes and production standards.
• Review daily preparation lists and event requirements to plan your work and meet deadlines.
• Prepare food in larger quantities while maintaining consistent flavor, presentation, and portion sizes.
• Check ingredients, quantities, and equipment before beginning production.
• Coordinate with the chef and kitchen team to keep food preparation on schedule.
• Report shortages, recipe questions, quality concerns, or potential delays early.
• Follow instructions for dietary restrictions and allergens, and ask for clarification before making substitutions.
• Ensure food is properly cooled, stored, labeled, packaged, and ready for event dispatch.
• Maintain an organized station and follow sanitation, temperature-control, and workplace safety procedures.
• Assist less-experienced cooks with assigned tasks and demonstrate proper kitchen practices.

Jobbeschreibung

TGIS Catering is seeking an experienced Cook 2 for our main production kitchen in Long Beach. The successful candidate will review preparation lists, organize their station, and complete production with minimal supervision, under the chef's direction to ensure quality and timely output.

Responsibilities include preparing items per recipes, planning around event requirements, scaling quantities, coordinating with the team to stay on schedule, and adhering to safety and sanitation standards.