Prep Cook (Part-Time, Seasonal)

Legends; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Legends Hospitality is seeking a Prep Cook to deliver exceptional food experiences in a vibrant venue. This role involves preparing food, maintaining sanitation standards, and ensuring customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates are experienced, customer-oriented, and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year cooking experience in foodservice.
• Ability to remain calm under stressful situations.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items in a fast-casual space.
• Maintain a friendly and positive attitude.
• Follow recipes and culinary management directives.

Skills

Customer service

Knife skills

Multi-tasking

Job description

LEGENDS & ASM GLOBAL

Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality.

Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences.

ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 350+ iconic venues stadiums, arenas, conventions centers and theaters. Our organization is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed.

THE VENUE

Legends Hospitality is proud to Partner with Circle Line Cruises, New York’s oldest provider of chartered sightseeing cruises, in delivering a premium hospitality experience to guests. In addition to daily cruises on six sailing vessels throughout the city, Circle Line hosts various special events cruises including a New Year’s Eve and Fourth of July celebration in addition to charters for private parties and events.

THE ROLE

This position is responsible for preparing and cooking food items in a fast-casual space to exceed guest expectations. The Prep Cook role entails filling large group sale sandwich orders, preparing concessions stand grab & go items, and assisting in food preparation for large scale events.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must maintain a friendly, positive attitude and a professional demeanor at all times
• Timely execution of station requirements of all directives by Culinary Supervisor
• Willingness to learn; Able to follow recipes and cook them to desired specifications
• Knowledgeable of basic knife skill and production techniques
• Maintains and abides by County Health/ Sanitation as well as Legends Hospitality standards
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ensure that only the highest-of-quality product is served to our guests
• Provides efficient service and quality products by following direction of culinary management
• Ensures that all equipment is in proper operational condition and is cleaned on a regular basis
• Shows flexibility by rotating to other service locations when necessary
• Performs other related duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one (1) year cooking experience in the foodservice industry, preferably in premium services, catering, and concessions environments for a sports and entertainment venue
• Must be able to positively communicate with co-workers and management
• Strong commitment to delivering a high level of customer and client service with demonstrated initiative and culinary skills
• Customer service oriented with the ability to interact with all levels of management
• Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• High level of organization and attention to detail
• Must be able to remain calm under stressful situations
• Must be able to smile, maintain positive body language, and consistently provide positive guest service
• Must be able to make evaluations, and decisions without immediate supervision
• Must be able to accept and carry out responsibility for directions
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations, complete company-wide safety training and additional job specific safety training
• Possession of NYC Food Protection Certificate preferred.

Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.

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