Event & Prep Cook: LA Catering (Part-Time)

Tres LA Group; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Très L.A. Catering & Events in Inglewood, CA is seeking skilled Prep & Event Cooks for a part-time role. You will prep for catered events at our production kitchen and may work at Pacific Design Center, Carondelet House, and other LA locations.

Prep shifts are mornings; event shifts vary and require evening/weekend availability. Ideal candidates have at least two years of prep/line cook or catering experience, strong knife skills, and a reliable team attitude.

Qualifications

• At least two years of prep cook, line cook, or catering experience.
• Strong knife skills and ability to follow recipes/prep lists.
• Reliable, positive, team-first attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work quickly and stay organized in a busy kitchen or events.
• Must have Food Handler Card.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and menu components according to prep lists, recipes, and production schedules.
• Portion, label, and pack food for offsite events using packing checklists.
• Follow standardized recipes and plating guides for consistent quality.
• Store, rotate, and date products to reduce waste and keep the kitchen organized.
• Travel with the team to events to set up, cook, finish, and plate items on site.
• Assist with event breakdown, cleaning, and packing equipment after service.
• Keep stations and kitchen areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, allergen, and company policies.

Skills

Prep cook

High-volume kitchen

Knife skills

Teamwork

Reliable transport

Job description

Très L.A. Catering & Events in Inglewood, CA is seeking skilled Prep & Event Cooks for a part-time role. You will prep for catered events at our production kitchen and may work at Pacific Design Center, Carondelet House, and other LA locations.

Prep shifts are mornings; event shifts vary and require evening/weekend availability. Ideal candidates have at least two years of prep/line cook or catering experience, strong knife skills, and a reliable team attitude.