Food and Beverage - Cook

Hornblower • Marina del Rey, CA

2d

About The Position

A Cook prepares food for events, including cutting, chopping, peeling, and plating food. The role also assists with processing deliveries and maintains safe and sanitary workstations. Cooks prepare food using prep lists and standard recipes, follow proper food-handling procedures, and maintain accurate food rotation to preserve quality and freshness. Leftover food must be covered, labeled, dated, and stored according to company standards. The Cook maintains clean refrigerators and work areas and ensures stations and kitchen equipment are cleaned, sanitized, and organized at the end of each shift. The role also supports a safe work environment by following food-safety standards, safety policies, and accident-reporting procedures. Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• At least one year of previous kitchen experience is preferred.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Work for extended periods without sitting.
• Lift and move heavy items, including cases of provisions and large containers of prepared foods.
• Strong customer-service, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain a high level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Handle multiple tasks or projects at one time.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by job responsibilities.
• Listen effectively, assess situations, determine relevant issues, and suggest solutions.
• Working knowledge of computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites.
• Effectively understand and convey written and verbal information to coworkers and guests.
• Maintain uniform and personal grooming in compliance with appearance standards.
• Be available to work nights, weekends, and all major holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items using prep lists and standard recipes.
• Follow proper food-handling procedures.
• Rotate food accurately to ensure quality and freshness.
• Cover, label, date, and store leftover food according to company standards.
• Maintain clean and orderly refrigerators and work areas.
• Clean, sanitize, and organize stations and kitchen equipment at the end of each shift.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment in accordance with food-safety standards and regulations.
• Follow safety policies and accident-reporting procedures.
• Assist with processing deliveries.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed