Cook - The Fillmore Detroit

Live Nation Entertainment; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Nation Entertainment is seeking a Cook in Detroit, Michigan, responsible for food preparation in a high-volume restaurant. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of kitchen operations, ability to maintain cleanliness, and follow standardized recipes. Previous experience in a kitchen environment is preferred, especially in a fast-paced setting. The position requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 150 lbs, and offers an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation and health and safety standards.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and plate presentation.
• Experience in a high-volume kitchen environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to standardized recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the kitchen area.
• Organize and prioritize the preparation of food items.
• Coordinate food preparation with other kitchen staff.

Skills

Knowledge of high-volume kitchen operations

Ability to inspect food spoilage and proper rotation

Kitchen sanitation

Prep work

Expediting knowledge

Skills in use of all kitchen equipment

Attention to detail

Ability to maintain the pace of a high-volume kitchen

Tools

All kitchen equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Cook is responsible for preparation of food items for service in a high-volume restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Organize and prioritize preparation of food items
• Prepare food according to standardized recipes
• Ensure proper size and weight of food portions
• Coordinate food preparation with other kitchen staff
• Maintain line of sight/atmosphere control by circulating through work area throughout shift
• Follow standard recipes regarding presentation of food items
• Prepare plate presentation pursuant to standard recipes
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment and walk-in cooler
• Ensure that kitchen area, including grill, oven, stoves, etc. remain clean and free of hazards during shift
• Keep floor clean and free of food items, trash, or other obstacles
• Maintain venue safety and sanitation standards
• Prepare kitchen equipment and set up station for shift
• Ensure proper rotation of all food items, including the lifting/moving of food bins weighing up to 150 lbs.
• Perform all opening and closing duties
• Sanitation and Safety compliance
• Attitude and teamwork
• Assist other Kitchen as needed

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of high-volume kitchen operations
• Ability to inspect food spoilage and proper rotation
• Kitchen sanitation
• Prep work
• Expediting knowledge
• Skills in use of all kitchen equipment
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and plate presentation
• Ability to maintain the pace of a high-volume kitchen
• Proper sanitation knowledge
• Kitchen and restaurant operations
• Attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years' work experience in a kitchen or restaurant environment
• Experience in a live music environment

Physical Demands / Working Environment

• Working environment is fast-paced and often loud and stressful
• Position requires extended periods of prolonged standing and working on your feet
• Extreme Heat
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 150 lbs.

Employment Requirements

Applicants for employment in the United States must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas. We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Live Nation will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Live Nation also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Live Nation will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis.