Nolan's Catering - Catering Prep Cook

Nolans On The Lake•Canandaigua, NY

About The Position

Catering Prep Cooks play a vital role in ensuring the timely and efficient preparation of food for Nolan’s on the Lake, Nolan’s at the Canandaigua Country Club, and Nolan’s at the Canandaigua Hotel events and gatherings. They follow established recipes, portion and quality standards, and strict safety procedures to prepare ingredients and assemble dishes for catering orders. Catering prep cooks organize their workstations, maintain cleanliness, and coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure all menu items are ready for delivery or service. They are responsible for upholding health and safety regulations, supporting kitchen operations, and helping to maintain the high standards and policies of Nolan’s on the Lake and Nolan’s Catering. Key Responsibilities are outlined as follows, other duties may be assigned as necessary. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Upholds and promotes Nolan’s Way.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years related experience and/ or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare all menu items in accordance with recipe guidelines and direction of the executive chef.
Support kitchen operations by monitoring inventory, restocking supplies, and reporting shortages, issues, and/or special needs to management.
Uphold the highest quality of health and safety regulations, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures.
Prepares ingredients by washing, chopping, slicing, and measuring according to recipes and event requirements, following all portion and quality standards.
Supports chefs by performing basic cooking tasks, such as boiling, sautéing, grilling, or baking as needed.
Helps assemble and plate dishes for events, ensuring they meet presentation standards and portion sizes.
Maintains cleanliness of prep areas, adheres to food safety regulations, and ensures all equipment is sanitized.
Assists in packing, organizing, and transporting food and supplies to event locations.
Works with the catering team to coordinate timing, menu execution, and special dietary requests.
Assist in maintaining and adhere to the high standards and policies set by Nolan’s on the Lake and Nolan’s Catering.
Facial hair must not exceed half an inch; facial hair that does exceed half an inch will require the employee to wear a beard net.
You are to be well-groomed and professional in appearance when coming to work or engaged in work-related tasks.