Culinary Prep Cook – Live Events Kitchen

Legends Global; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Paid vacation

401k plan

Job summary

LEGENDS GLOBAL is seeking a Prep Cook to support its food & beverage operations in a fast-paced environment. This role reports to the Executive/Sous Chef and requires maintaining organization, following recipes, and producing high-quality dishes for large events.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, with 1 year banquet facility experience and preferred culinary education. Compensation includes benefits and room for growth within Legends Global.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED.
• 1 year of experience in a banquet facility preparing meals for large events.
• 2 years of culinary degree or appropriate continuing education credits preferred.
• 3 years of experience in a cook's position preferred.

Responsibilities

• Always maintain an organized and sanitary workstation.
• Follow approved recipes and production standards.
• Prepare all meats, vegetables, proteins, starches, and soups according to specific recipes or as instructed by Sous Chef and/or Executive Chef and adjust quantity for fluctuation in volume.
• Properly label and date food items for storage.
• Maintain and organize storage rooms, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Organize freezer pulls, as necessary.
• Minimize waste by controlling overage and usage.
• Educate and train seasonal kitchen staff on proper procedures and standards.
• Assemble and complete final production of hot and cold food items.
• Assist with plating of catered meals.
• Supervises temporary labor.
• Fulfills the service per each order.
• Designs buffet food presentations.
• Maintains a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Kitchen Equipment

Equipment Operation

Recipe Math

Instructions

Sanitation

Culinary Techniques

High-Volume Cooking

Math for Recipes

Organization

Customer Service

Written Communication

Initiative

Education

High School diploma or GED

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

LEGENDS GLOBAL is seeking a Prep Cook to support its food & beverage operations in a fast-paced environment. This role reports to the Executive/Sous Chef and requires maintaining organization, following recipes, and producing high-quality dishes for large events.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, with 1 year banquet facility experience and preferred culinary education. Compensation includes benefits and room for growth within Legends Global.