Lead Kitchen Utility Cook | Chase Field 1416802

Compass Group Poland Sp. z o.o.; Maryland; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic culinary team at a major sports venue, where you will lead kitchen operations and ensure exceptional dining experiences. As a Lead Kitchen Utility Cook, your role will involve supervising staff, maintaining high standards of food safety, and preparing quality meals for various events. This exciting opportunity allows you to work in a fast-paced environment, contributing to memorable moments for fans and guests. With a focus on creativity and quality, this position is perfect for those passionate about culinary arts and teamwork. Enjoy competitive wages and great perks while being part of a vibrant team dedicated to excellence.

Benefits

Instapay (early access to wages)

High interest savings through EVEN app

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Program

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years in culinary arts with supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and culinary techniques.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen staff ensuring adherence to safety and cooking standards.
• Manage food preparation and inventory for events.

Skills

Culinary Techniques

Knife Skills

Food Safety Regulations

Multitasking

Team Collaboration

Education

Experience in Food Preparation

Lead or Supervisory Culinary Role

Job description

Levy Sector

Position Title: Lead Kitchen Utility Cook - Culinary Team

Pay Range: $23/hr - $26/hr, DOE

Event Based Schedule - MLB Season

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Are you looking for a job with competitive wages, one in which you can learn and grow and be a part of a great team? We're hiring! Great team member perks like Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app.

From the stadium to the head table, Levy leverages unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable experiences. Founded in Chicago 40 years ago as a Delicatessen, Levy now finds itself as a leading presence in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry across 200 plus Entertainment, Sports, and Restaurant venues across the country.

For more information on what we are about as a company, check us out by following the link below: http://www.levyrestaurants.com/who-we-are/

Job Summary

Job Summary

Join the Culinary team at Chase Field, home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, and be part of an energetic, fast-paced environment where every day brings new opportunities to create exceptional dining experiences. As a Lead Utility Cook, you’ll prepare high-quality meals for a variety of events, contributing to memorable moments for fans and guests.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and guide prep cooks and utility staff, ensuring adherence to recipes, portion control, cooking standards according to specifications and Levy Core Signature standards.
• Enforce kitchen safety standards and food safety compliance, including proper food handling, cross-contamination prevention, and maintaining safe food temperatures.
• Oversee the preparation of ingredients, ensuring quality standards, and compliance with safety protocols; check food temperature during preparation, cooking, and storage.
• Comply with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations; follow established safety standards for food handling, preparation, cooking, and storage.
• Perform prep duties, such as chopping vegetables, marinating proteins, and preparing other ingredients according to recipes and production sheets.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment and stations are properly cleaned and maintained, following safety procedures and sanitation guidelines. Supervise equipment usage and cleanliness within the kitchen.
• Assist with inventory management, ensuring ingredients are stocked; complete production logs and monitor portion control and waste.
• Work collaboratively with Culinary team to ensure timely service and efficient operations.
• Assists with all event types including catering, department specific products, game day events.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience in food preparation or culinary arts, large-volume kitchen experience preferred.
• 5 years’ experience in a Lead or Supervisory Culinary role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, knife skills, and kitchen operations.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, sanitation practices, and HACCP guidelines.
• Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• This position may require the following valid certifications; ServSafe Food Certification, Maricopa County approved Food Handler certification.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required for stadium events.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, ascend and descend stairs.
• Exposure to heat, steam, and cold temperatures within the kitchen environment.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Manual dexterity and coordination to perform tasks such as chopping, cutting, and food preparation.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and kneel.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Associates of Levy are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app.
• Associate Shopping Program.
• Health and Wellness Program.
• Discount Marketplace.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.