Part-Time Prep & Event Cook (Flexible Schedule)

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

Inglewood, CA

Part Time

Très L.A. Catering & Events

Experienced

Très L.A. is looking for skilled, dependable Prep & Event Cooks to join our part-time catering culinary team. You will spend most of your time prepping for catered events at our production kitchen in Inglewood, and you will be cross-trained to work events at the Pacific Design Center, Carondelet House, and other event locations throughout Los Angeles.

This role is ideal for a cook who enjoys both the rhythm of production work and the energy of live events. Prep shifts are your primary shifts and typically take place in the morning at our Inglewood kitchen, so candidates who live in or near the Inglewood area are preferred. Event shifts take place at a variety of locations throughout the greater Los Angeles area and vary based on bookings and business needs, so evening and weekend availability for events is essential.

Pay

• Prep shifts: $22.00 to $25.00 per hour, based on experience
• Event shifts: $26.00 to $28.00 per hour, based on experience

What You'll Do

• Prepare ingredients and menu components according to prep lists, recipes, and production schedules
• Portion, label, and pack food for offsite events using our packing checklists
• Follow standardized recipes and plating guides so every event meets the same quality standard
• Store, rotate, and date product correctly to reduce waste and keep the kitchen organized
• Travel with the culinary team to events to set up, cook, finish, and plate menu items on site
• Assist with event breakdown, cleaning, and packing equipment and product at the end of service
• Keep your station and kitchen areas clean, organized, and safe throughout the shift
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, allergen, and company policies

What We're Looking For

• At least two years of prep cook, line cook, or catering experience, with high-volume production experience preferred
• Strong knife skills and the ability to follow recipes and prep lists accurately
• A reliable, positive, team-first attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to work quickly and stay organized in a busy kitchen or event environment
• Comfortable with physically active work, including standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and loading and unloading equipment for events
• Availability for morning prep shifts, plus nights, weekends, and occasional late shifts for events
• Reliable transportation to our Inglewood kitchen and to event locations throughout the greater Los Angeles area
• Flexibility to pick up scheduled shifts as business needs arise
• Current Food Handler Card required

If you take pride in clean, consistent prep and want to grow with a great hospitality team, with opportunities to advance into Lead Event Cook and Event Chef roles, we would love to hear from you.

Très L.A. is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.