Cook 1

Legends Global•Los Angeles, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

A Cook is responsible for the food preparation, execution, and delivery of safely handled food to the customer facing employees for service. This role requires maintaining a friendly, positive attitude and a professional demeanor at all times. The Cook must report for scheduled events on time, report to their assigned area promptly, and fulfill opening and closing duties. They will receive prep lists and timelines from their direct supervisor and carry out assigned tasks in a timely and safe fashion using correct recipes. Constant maintenance of walk-in coolers, reach-ins, dry storage, and all work areas is expected. The Cook must have extensive knowledge of all menus being offered, including specials, and communicate effectively with Supervisors, Attendants, Runners, Chefs, and Legends Management. Working collaboratively as a team with fellow associates and other service departments within the venue is crucial. Attention to detail that exceeds expectations, and maintaining a clean, sanitary, and orderly setting within the kitchen are key responsibilities. Upon completion of closing duties, the Cook will check out with their manager/supervisor. They must be familiar with the kitchen layout and back-of-house area, including the location of the closest First Aid office, bathroom, and staircase, and be able to direct staff and guests. Awareness of other food and beverage outlets within the venue is also necessary. The Cook may be reassigned to different locations based on venue needs, and other duties and assignments may apply. A flexible schedule is required to meet service demand levels, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Two (2) to four (4) years working in a fast-paced restaurant, caterer, or other relevant food service area.
Proactive, self-motivated, organized, and the ability to prioritize as needed.
Must be clean and constantly aware of sanitation procedures.
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change quickly.
Punctual and dependable.
Able to read and retain information (i.e., recipes, prep lists, menus, and signage).
Able to perform simple mathematical calculations.
Able to speak and read Basic English.
Able to work well with others in a stressful environment.
Able to move quickly and act on assigned duties.
Maintain personal hygiene and a well-groomed appearance.
Ability to walk long distances and stand for extended periods of time.
Must be able to stand, kneel, lift (at least 30 pounds), carry items, push carts, walk at a fast pace, and bend down.
Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company-wide safety training and any additional job-specific safety training.

Nice To Haves

Degree or certificate in culinary arts preferred.

Responsibilities

Food preparation, execution, and delivery of safely handled food to customer-facing employees.
Maintain a friendly, positive attitude and a professional demeanor.
Report for scheduled events on time and to the assigned area promptly.
Fulfill assigned opening and closing duties.
Report to direct supervisor for prep lists and timelines.
Carry out assigned tasks in a timely and safe fashion using correct recipes.
Constant maintenance of walk-in coolers, reach-ins, dry storage, and all work areas.
Have extensive knowledge of all menus being offered, including specials.
Communicate with Supervisors, Attendants, Runners, Chefs, and Legends Management.
Work as a team with fellow associates and other service departments within the venue.
Maintain attention to detail that will exceed expectations.
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and orderly setting within the kitchen.
Complete closing duties and checkout with manager/supervisor.
Know the layout of the kitchen and back of the house area, including the location of the closest First Aid office, bathroom, and staircase, and be able to direct staff and guests.
Be aware of other food and beverage outlets within the venue.
May be re-assigned to a different location in certain situations based on the venue’s needs.
Other duties and assignments may apply.
Work a flexible schedule to meet service demand levels, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.