Production Cook Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia Theatre Company; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the arts is seeking a talented Event Production Cook to join their culinary team. This role involves assisting with kitchen prep and executing events, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety are met. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment, showcasing excellent knife skills and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. Join a creative and dynamic team where your culinary skills will shine and contribute to memorable events in the vibrant Philadelphia arts scene.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a high-end, fast-paced kitchen.
• Must have excellent knife skills and proficiency in cooking.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock station with necessary supplies and ensure inventory control.
• Cook and prepare menu items while maintaining food quality and time standards.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Knife skills

Ability to work independently

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of food safety standards

Job description

Ensemble Arts Philadelphia is looking for a talented Event Production Cook. The Event Production Cook will be a part of our kitchen culinary team and will assist with all kitchen prep and execution of events.

Responsibilities:

1. Set up and stock station with all necessary supplies, ensuring proper inventory control.
2. Effective communication skills and ability to take direction from supervisors.
3. Ability to work in a clean, organized, and efficient manner in a high-pressure environment.
4. Must have excellent knife skills and proficiency in all aspects of cooking.
5. Ability to work independently, resourcefully, and proactively solve issues.
6. Knowledge of Health Department food safety and sanitation standards.
7. Cook and prepare menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff according to the recipe index, ensuring food quality and time standards are always met.
8. Maintain a high level of communication, understand the verbiage for call backs of menu items, and keep lines of dialogue open and relevant to service.
9. Answer, report to, and follow instructions and direction from Sous Chef, Executive Chef, or other leadership.
10. Properly clean and break down station at the end of service, ensuring all food handling and food storage standards are met.
11. Ensure that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene always meet food safety standards and regulations.
12. Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers, leadership, and vendors.

Qualifications:

1. 1-2 years of experience as a catering/restaurant prep cook or prep cook in a high-end, high-volume, fast-paced kitchen (or comparable).
2. Effective communication skills and ability to take direction from supervisors.
3. Ability to work in a clean, organized, and efficient manner in a high-pressure environment.
4. Must have excellent knife skills and proficiency in all aspects of cooking.
5. Ability to work independently, resourcefully, and proactively solve issues.
6. Assist team with events when needed.
7. Ability to lift, pull, push, carry up to 30 pounds/ stand for extended periods of time.