Cook 1

TRADEMARK VENUES LLC•Vista, CA

10d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Prep Cook supports culinary operations by preparing ingredients, organizing kitchen workstations, and helping ensure food is ready for weddings, catering services, and special events. The role works alongside chefs and kitchen teammates to maintain quality standards, follow food safety procedures, and keep production running smoothly in a fast-paced hospitality environment. The position is based at The Gallery + The Forge in Vista, California, and pays $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

Previous food preparation experience in a professional kitchen is required.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistent food quality.
Ability to follow recipes, instructions, production schedules, and food safety procedures.
Reliable attendance, a strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Ability to stay organized and manage multiple preparation tasks.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including shifts of eight hours or more.
Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work in a busy kitchen environment with frequent movement, changing temperatures, and time-sensitive production demands.
Current California Food Handler Card, as required for the role.
Availability to work a schedule that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on production and event needs.

Nice To Haves

Catering, banquet, or high-volume food production experience.
Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.

Responsibilities

Wash, peel, chop, slice, portion, and prepare vegetables, fruits, meats, and other ingredients according to recipes and production needs.
Follow prep lists, recipes, and production schedules to support timely and consistent food preparation.
Assist with food production for weddings, special events, and catering operations.
Help package, organize, and prepare food and supplies for transportation to event venues as needed.
Follow established food handling, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
Label, date, store, and rotate food products according to food safety requirements.
Maintain clean, organized workstations, storage areas, and kitchen equipment.
Monitor ingredient quality and report concerns to kitchen leadership.
Assist with receiving, inspecting, stocking, and organizing deliveries and inventory.
Keep kitchen supplies and ingredients organized and accessible.
Collaborate with chefs, kitchen leadership, and teammates to meet production deadlines.
Adapt to changing priorities and support daily operational needs.
Perform additional duties as assigned.