HELPER COOK (FULL TIME)

AECOM; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals for on-call Helper Cook positions. This role involves learning to assist in food preparation and cooking while adhering to safety and sanitation standards. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in catering or restaurant environments and a passion for culinary arts. Join a dynamic team where you can grow your skills and contribute to creating delicious meals in a fast-paced setting. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy cooking, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Internal Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• 1 year of catering or restaurant experience required.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and cooking under guidance.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Interact courteously with customers and coworkers.

Skills

Catering experience

Restaurant experience

Food safety standards

Customer service

Tools

Kitchen utensils

Cooking equipment

Job description

Union Square Events

We are hiring immediately for on call HELPER COOK positions.

Location: Union Square Events - 147 41st, 4th Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11232. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: On call schedule. Monday, Thursday, and Friday, 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm. More details upon interview.

Requirement: 1 year of catering or restaurant experience required.

Pay Range: $25.00 per hour to $35.00 per hour.

*Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available.

Job Summary: Learns to assist in the preparation and cooking of various food items prior to being considered a qualified, skilled cook. Maintains food safety and sanitation standards in the preparation and kitchen areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Learns to read menu to estimate food requirements. Orders food from supplier or procures it from storage.
2. Prepares and cooks food in accordance with company production records and standardized recipes.
3. Learns to adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and steam kettles.
4. Helps measure and mix ingredients according to recipes using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
5. Bakes, roasts, broils and steams meats, fish, vegetables and other foods under guidance. Adds seasoning to food during mixing or cooking under the instruction of others.
6. Tests food by tasting, smelling and piercing to determine that it is cooked.
7. Carves meat, portions food on serving plates, and adds gravies, sauces and garnishes to fill orders as directed.
8. Washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables.
9. Butchers chicken, fish and shellfish as directed.
10. Bakes bread, rolls, cakes and pastry as course of instruction permits.
11. Maintains work area and equipment. Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
12. Interacts with customers and coworkers in a courteous, efficient and friendly manner.
13. Ensures compliance with company service standards and inventory and cash control procedures.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

Union Square Events maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1408992