Cook 1 / Prep Cook – Private Aviation Catering
About The Position
Iacofano’s Catering & Events is seeking a Cook I / Prep Cook to support our high-volume catering kitchen serving private aviation, corporate clients, and hospitality events. This role focuses on high-volume food production and preparation for private jet catering and large-scale hospitality operations. The ideal candidate is organized, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced catering environment where consistency, quality, and food safety are critical. This position offers the opportunity to develop strong catering production experience and grow within a professional kitchen operation.
Requirements
- Beginner out of Culinary School to 2 years' experience in culinary field
- Up to 1-2 years' experience (not fast food) but a restaurant doing either grill cook, prep or cook
- Catering experience and/or high-volume production
- Must be able to communicate clearly with managers and fellow kitchen team
- Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift 35+ pounds.
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
- Be able to work under limited supervision
- Excellent written & verbal skills for shift transition handoffs
Nice To Haves
- Experience in high-volume catering, banquet, or hospitality kitchen environments
- Food safety standards and sanitation certificate(s) such as ServSafe or equivalent
- Ability to work efficiently under time-sensitive production schedules
- Experience with recipe-based production and portion control
- Team-oriented mindset to step in, come in early or stay late
Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present food according to company recipes and standards
- Execute high-volume food production for catering and private aviation clients
- Follow daily prep lists and production schedules
- Portion food according to recipe specifications and portion standards
- Assist with any incoming, ASAP or last-minute orders when needed
- Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation at all times
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, surfaces, and small wares according to Ohio food safety and sanitation standards
- Complete opening and closing kitchen checklists
- Report equipment issues, product shortages, or food quality concerns to the Manager on Duty
- Follow all kitchen procedures, food safety rules, and company policies
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision etc.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
