Cook - Part-time

ASM Global; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated part-time Cook to join their dynamic team at a prominent events center. This hands-on role involves assisting in food preparation for various events, ensuring high standards of quality and sanitation. The ideal candidate will have a passion for culinary arts, strong organizational skills, and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will directly impact guest experiences and event success. If you thrive in a collaborative setting and are ready to take on exciting culinary challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret recipes and safety documents.
• Knowledge of local/state health codes and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recipes as directed and maintain high sanitation standards.
• Cook and package food for concession stand service.
• Monitor ingredient inventories and ensure freshness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Ability to read and interpret recipes

Knowledge of health codes and sanitation standards

Adaptability to changes

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary school certificate

Tools

Major kitchen equipment

Job description

Reports To: Executive Chef/Food & Beverage Manager

FLSA Status: Part-Time Hourly

OVERVIEW

ASM Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities has an excellent and immediate opening for a part-time Cook at the Cabarrus Arena & Events Center. This is a hands-on position assisting the Executive Chef/Food & Beverage Manager in preparing food for events by following approved recipes and maintaining the highest production standards for catering and concession service.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare recipes as directed and in accordance with Chef’s specifications
• Cook and package batches of food, such as burgers, chicken tenders, fries, hotdogs, and prepared BBQ meats for concession stand service
• Wash, peel, cut, and portion ingredients to be used in meal preparation
• Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils
• Maintain high sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas
• Carefully control food temperature and in storage/holding room temperatures to ensure that food items remain at an appropriate temperature
• Store ingredients properly to preserve freshness
• Monitor ingredient inventories to ensure products are on-hand to provide appropriate service
• Clean, stock, and inventory workstation; check inventory in and out; and being accountable for inventories
• Keep food spoilage within requirements
• Deliver high quality products
• Follow rules, regulations, and procedures of SAVOR and ASM Global
• Regular attendance and dependability is an essential job function
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Ability to read and interpret recipes and preparation lists
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events, and manage competing demands
• Strong knowledge of local/state health codes and sanitation standards
• Ability to work flexible, extended, and irregular hours including days, nights, weekdays, weekends, and holidays
• Knowledge of all major kitchen equipment and appliances
• Servsafe certification preferred
• Must take direction well

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• One-year certificate from a culinary school or comparable experience is preferred
• Minimum of one year experience in a cook’s position
• Minimum of one year of experience in banquet operations

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires ability to move in and around the facility (requires personal mobility), lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. Constant standing, walking, stooping, reaching, and handling products is required.`

HOURS OF WORK AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Irregular hours including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays as determined by event schedule
• Extended hours may be required and determined by event schedule

NOTE: The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The immediate supervisor may elaborate on or add to the above list if the duties come within the employee’s realm of responsibility.

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

About the company

ASM Global is a venue & event management company based in LA, specializing in managing stadiums, convention centers, theaters, and unique venues.