Event Kitchen Cook: Prep, Plating & Safety

Hornblower Corp; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Corp in Newport Beach, CA is seeking a Cook to prepare food for events, including chopping, peeling, and plating, while assisting with deliveries. You will maintain safe and sanitary workstations and adapt to busy event environments.

The role emphasizes reliable kitchen experience, strong customer service, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and major holidays. You will join a team that values organization and attention to detail in fast-paced settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year kitchen experience preferred.
• Strong customer service, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain a high level of organization, detailed oriented and meet deadlines.
• Will be available for work nights, weekends and major holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items using prep lists and standard recipes.
• Follows proper food handling procedures.
• Maintains accurate rotation of food to assure top quality and freshness.
• Manages leftover foods correctly; cover, label, date, and store according to company standards.
• Maintains clean and orderly refrigerators and work areas.
• Ensures stations are cleaned, sanitized, and organized at the end of the shift.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary work environment that conforms to all food safety standards and regulations.
• Follows safety policies and accident reporting procedures.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Customer service

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hornblower Corp in Newport Beach, CA is seeking a Cook to prepare food for events, including chopping, peeling, and plating, while assisting with deliveries. You will maintain safe and sanitary workstations and adapt to busy event environments.

The role emphasizes reliable kitchen experience, strong customer service, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and major holidays. You will join a team that values organization and attention to detail in fast-paced settings.