Cook 1 - Players Dining PT

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering company in Foxborough, Massachusetts is seeking an experienced culinary professional to prepare and produce high-quality event foods. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in upscale food preparation and can lead small teams in executing menus. Responsibilities include cooking, presenting, and maintaining food safety in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should ideally hold a culinary degree or certification and possess excellent attendance and reliability. Serve-Safe certification is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in upscale food preparation.
• Ability to demonstrate various cooking methods.
• Excellent attendance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items from posted production lists.
• Cook and present menu items to specification.
• Lead small groups during food preparation.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking methods: Grilling, sautéing, roasting

Client interaction

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

Education LevelHigh School Diploma or Equivalent## Description**SUMMARY**Experienced in high volume, high quality preparation and production of hot and cold catered event foods. May involve cooking in public and interacting with clients.# **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**1. Prepare menu items from posted production lists2. Cook and present menu items to specification3. Adhere to food and work safety procedures and keep organized work area4. Lead small groups to execute event foods5. Work club concession stands and action stations as needed6. Some roles may require strict confidentiality7. Special projects and assignments as business dictates# **SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES*** This position may oversee small groups of cooks in preparation projects and event execution# **SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS*** Minimum 3 years of upscale food preparation in high volume catering operation or restaurant* Culinary degree or certification preferred* Demonstrate ability in all cooking methods: Grilling to temperature, sautéing, roasting, braising, deep frying, poaching* Excellent attendance* Devoted learner# **PHYSICAL DEMANDS*** Ability to stand for long periods of time* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions# **WORK ENVIRONMENT*** Fast paced kitchen setting* The noise level in the WORK ENVIRONMENT is usually loud# **CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS*** Serve-Safe certification# **OTHER DUTIES**Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.This company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.