Part-Time Prep & Event Cook (Flexible Schedule)

Très LA Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Très L.A. Catering & Events in Inglewood, CA, is seeking skilled prep and event cooks for part-time roles. You will prep in our production kitchen in Inglewood and may work at various LA event locations, with morning prep shifts and flexible evening/weekend event shifts.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of prep/line cook or catering experience, strong knife skills, and a reliable, team-first work ethic. A current Food Handler Card is required and transportation to sites is essential.

Qualifications

• Two years of prep cook/line cook or catering experience, with high-volume production preferred.
• Strong knife skills and ability to follow recipes and prep lists accurately.
• Reliable, positive, team-first attitude and strong work ethic.
• Able to work quickly and stay organized in busy kitchen or event environments.
• Physical stamina: stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, load/unload equipment.
• Morning prep shifts plus nights, weekends, and occasional late shifts for events.
• Current Food Handler Card required.

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 to meet quality standards.
• Store, rotate, and date product to reduce waste and keep the kitchen organized.
• Travel with the culinary team to events, set up, cook, finish, and plate on site.
• Assist with event breakdown, cleaning, and packing equipment and product after service.
• Keep stations clean, organized, and safe throughout shifts.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, allergens, and company policies.

Skills

Prep cook experience

High-volume production

Knife skills

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Reliable transportation

Food handler card

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.