Prep Cooks - Gas South Convention Center

PROOF OF THE PUDDING•Duluth, GA

7d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Proof of the Pudding (POP) provides award-winning catering and provisions to conferences, meetings, exhibitions, conventions, and special events at the Gas South District Convention Center. As one of Georgia’s busiest convention centers, every day brings new opportunities to create, design, and execute memorable events for a variety of guests. We are seeking additional Prep Cooks to help facilitate events at the Gas South District and to provide culinary support in the main kitchen. Prep Cooks are primarily responsible for mass food production, kitchen cleanliness, and assisting the executive and culinary leadership as directed.

Requirements

1+ year of experience working in a kitchen
Must have knowledge of food preparation/food service with a strong understanding of the execution of BEOs, reading production sheets, and completing tasks.
Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner and in high volume.
Customer service
Planning and multi-tasking
Self-motivated with a high energy level
Familiarity with reading recipes
Non-slip shoes are necessary.
Prolonged periods of standing, moving through a kitchen space
Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 lbs.

Nice To Haves

experience in catering is preferred.

Responsibilities

Setting up and sanitizing workstations.
Following prep lists created by lead culinary.
Measuring ingredients and seasonings, and preparing cooking ingredients such as soup stock to be used in the cooking process.
Preparing simple dishes as directed by the Executive Chef.
Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible.
Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise.
Supervising food and cooling room temperatures.
Accepting or rejecting ingredients from suppliers.
Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen.
Maintaining the highest level of food quality with your culinary team.
Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen/food service areas.
Performs other related duties as needed.