Cook

ASM Global-SMG; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Equal Opportunity employer

Job summary

ASM Global-SMG is looking for a dedicated Kitchen Staff member to efficiently prepare meals and be creative in buffet presentation. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of culinary experience in a full-service kitchen and a valid Food Handlers Card.

The position demands flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Adherence to kitchen safety and sanitation regulations is a must.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience preparing meals in a full-service kitchen.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Valid Food Handlers Card.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present buffet food items creatively.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in food preparation areas.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and management.

Skills

Meal preparation skills

Creativity in food presentation

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Food safety regulations

Job description

Responsibilities

• Fulfilling the service per each Banquet Event Order (BEO).
• Cleaning kitchen equipment as assigned.
• Must be creative in designing buffet food presentations.
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes.
• Tastes and seasons foods accordingly.
• Preps and prepares meats such as beef, chicken, and fish.
• Knows final cooking temperatures of meats per Pima Health Code.
• Washes, peels, cuts and shreds vegetables and fruits.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitized work area as well as abide by state sanitation/health regulations and TCC requirements.
• Responsible for all food/storage areas (refrigeration, freezer, and dry storage) being kept clean, organized, labeled, and dated.
• Clearly communicates with Kitchen Supervisor and Executive Chef.
• Responsible for communicating well with team members while maintaining a positive and professional work environment.
• Follow direction given by the Kitchen Supervisor and Executive Chef.
• Report to work when scheduled, on time, in proper and clean uniform, including name tag.
• Personal appearance and grooming must conform to TCC dress code.
• Fill out all HACCP Control paperwork as directed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1-3 years’ experience preparing meals in a full-service kitchen (restaurant, hotel, resort, convention center, etc.).
• Ability to work days, nights, weekends and holidays as dictated by events.
• Ability to work with other staff members in the facility.
• Ability to undertake and complete multiple tasks.
• Ability to be creative with buffet food presentations and maintain a quality product.
• Ability to work well under pressure and balance multiple priorities and assignments to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate initiative – ability to think, work and make independent decisions based on sound judgement.
• Attention to detail.
• Valid Food Handlers Card.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk for long hours, stooping and lifting is also required. Must be able to lift 30 pounds to the waist. The employee may be exposed to extreme cold from walk-in coolers/freezers, extreme heat from hot burners and/or steam, minimal amount of smoke, cleaning chemicals, and may require standing for several hours each day.

Working Conditions

Fast-paced, very physical environment. May be exposed to extreme cold from walk-in coolers/freezers for up to one hour at a time, extreme heat from hot burners and/or steam for extended periods of time, minimal amount of smoke for extended periods of time, cleaning chemicals. Requires standing for several hours at a time each day.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.