Second Cook - Lansing Center

ASM Global Convention Center Management, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

ASM Global Convention Center Management, LLC is looking for a Second Cook to assist in daily food service operations. This role involves food preparation, production, and maintaining quality standards in a busy environment.

Applicants should have at least two years of experience in a high-volume food service setting. The position requires a high school diploma and the ability to work in a fast-paced and sometimes noisy atmosphere. Flexibility in scheduling is a must, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of cooking experience in a high-volume environment.
• Ability to work safely with culinary tools and equipment.
• Must have effective listening and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, production, and clean-up.
• Monitor and maintain food quality standards.
• Conduct bi-monthly inventories and maintain workstation cleanliness.

Skills

Positive interaction with others

Teamwork

Knowledge of kitchen standards

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions

Flexibility and positive attitude

Understanding of Banquet Event Orders

Education

High school diploma or equivalent GED

Job description

Position

Second Cook

Department

Foodservice

Reports To

Sous Chef

FLSA Status

On-Call, Non-exempt

Job Overview

This position assists in the coordination and implementation of daily food service functions and supports the Sous Chef with staff training on food production procedures and standards while ensuring all established food quality standards are met.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include assisting with food preparation, production, plate‑up, and clean‑up; storing and stocking food and supply deliveries according to established guidelines; completing required opening and closing duties; washing, handling, monitoring, labeling, cutting, and cooking cold and hot foods in compliance with local, state, and federal health standards and codes; organizing event food products and supplies; preparing food consistently according to quality, production, and portion standards; maintaining pars levels for each shift; determining necessary preparation and freezer pulls; promptly notifying supervisors of out‑of‑stock items or product shortages; maintaining workstation and assigned area cleanliness; conducting bi‑monthly inventories; cleaning kitchen equipment, coolers, and storage areas; safely operating kitchen utensils and equipment; assisting with frying, grilling, baking, and sautéing; responding to basic food and beverage inquiries; and accurately executing kitchen closing tasks in a timely manner.

The position requires adherence to Legends Global and Foodservice Department policies, dress code standards, OSHA and Health Department regulations, and all applicable laws, while promoting a safe, respectful, and harassment‑free work environment. Irregular schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be required, with potential short‑notice adjustments to shifts or duties. Other responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Minimum two (2) years of cooking experience in the Food and Beverage industry, preferably in a high‑volume feeding environment such as a convention center, stadium, or other public assembly facility.

Skills and Abilities:

• Positive interaction with others in a courteous, cooperative, and professional manner.
• Strong teamwork and reliable, dependable, timely attendance.
• Knowledge of kitchen set‑up and tear‑down procedures, kitchen standards, and food safety practices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and effective verbal, listening, and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently with culinary tools and equipment, perform basic mathematical functions, and maintain clean and organized work habits.
• Positive attitude, flexibility, and ability to execute job duties with minimal direction.
• Understanding and execution of Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and strong performance in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment.

Working Conditions

Location: On Site

Physical Demands

The candidate must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing and organizing responsibilities, use hands for required duties, adjust vision as needed, communicate clearly, maintain confidentiality, follow directions accurately, and remain flexible when working in limited spaces. The candidate can lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly, stand and walk for extended periods, bend, twist, reach, squat, climb, and use stairs. They must work in busy environments with noise, smells, and distractions, and can perform job functions in inclement weather and varying environmental conditions such as cold, snow, heat, rain, dust, fumes, allergens, oil, grease, solvents, and hazardous chemicals. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor.