Prep Cook (Part-Time)

Skirball Cultural Center; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 23,014 - 32,778; Part time

Job summary

A cultural institution in Los Angeles is seeking a capable Line Cook for its Hospitality and Private Events Department. The role involves performing a variety of food preparation tasks in a high-volume kitchen, adhering to schedules, and maintaining hygiene standards. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of volume food preparation methods, be physically fit to lift and carry items, and able to work flexible hours. Competitive hourly wage starts at $20.25.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of methods and practices of volume food preparation.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy bowls and to stand for long periods.
• Attention to detail and friendly interaction with team members.
• Ability to work 24-30 hours per week, including holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot, cold, and special diet foods according to menus.
• Follow established cooking and sanitation schedules.
• Determine proper cooking time and temperature.
• Operate kitchen equipment like ovens and grills.
• Clean and sanitize food preparation equipment.
• Track invoices for the supervisor.
• Perform custodial duties as needed.
• Abide by portion sizes, cooking methods, and kitchen rules.

Job description

The Skirball Cultural Center seeks a capable Line Cook in its Hospitality and Private Events Department. Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Line Cook is responsible for performing a wide variety of moderately difficult food preparation tasks in a high-volume institutional kitchen.

Starting salary: $20.25 per hour

Responsibilities:

• Prepare or direct preparation of regular hot, cold, and special diet foods according to prescribed menus, plans, and recipes
• Follow established schedule in cooking, baking, sanitation, and related activities
• Determine proper cooking time and temperature
• Operate broiler, ovens, grills, fryers, and a variety of other kitchen equipment
• Clean and sanitize all food preparation equipment and ensure that it is kept in a safe and operable condition
• Keep track of invoices and give them to the supervisor
• Perform custodial duties such as mopping floors, washing walls, and cleaning refrigerators
• Understand and abide by the standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures

Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes:

• Working knowledge of methods, materials, and practices of volume food preparation; knowledge of sanitary methods used in food preparation and kitchen maintenance
• Physical ability to lift and carry heavy bowls and to stand and walk most of the working day
• Ability to read an event order and pay attention to detail and to interact in a friendly, professional manner with other team members
• Ability to work 24-30 hours per week on mornings, evenings, and holidays

Physical and environmental demands of the job: Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and carrying food trays and other items during most of a shift. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.