Lead Staff Meal Cook: High-Volume Kitchen & Events

Legends Global; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Colorado sick leave

401K

Job summary

Legends is seeking a Catering Cook for Staff Meal Catering to prepare nutritious, high-quality meals for venue employees, with focus on efficient bulk cooking, menu planning, and timely service. The role reports to the Catering Chef and supports premium catering operations as staff duties fulfill or during events.

The position is part-time seasonal with benefits including Colorado sick leave and a 401K plan; culinary education is preferred and a flexible schedule is required, including nights,

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in high-volume cooking, institutional cooking, or employee dining preferred.
• Strong knowledge of basic cooking techniques and food safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and create and cook this meal and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow recipes while adapting for large-batch production.
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and event days.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook daily staff meals for employees across departments.
• Plan balanced menus that accommodate dietary needs, allergies, and cultural preferences.
• Execute bulk food production efficiently for large employee counts.
• Ensure meals are ready and served on schedule for shifts and breaks.
• Maintain proper food temperatures, storage, labeling, and sanitation standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs to the Catering Chef.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food products.
• Maintain a clean, organized staff kitchen and serving area.
• Support premium catering production and service as directed by the Catering Chef once staff meal duties are fulfilled or other building kitchens depending on the event.
• Follow all health, safety, and company policies.
• Support additional kitchen duties as assigned.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Food safety practices

Recipe following

Knife skills

Flexible schedule

Education

Culinary education

Job description

Legends is seeking a Catering Cook for Staff Meal Catering to prepare nutritious, high-quality meals for venue employees, with focus on efficient bulk cooking, menu planning, and timely service. The role reports to the Catering Chef and supports premium catering operations as staff duties fulfill or during events.

The position is part-time seasonal with benefits including Colorado sick leave and a 401K plan; culinary education is preferred and a flexible schedule is required, including nights,