Prep Cook (State Farm Stadium)

Craft Culinary Concepts•Glendale, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Prep Cook plays a vital role in supporting kitchen operations by preparing high-quality ingredients and menu items in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. This position is responsible for producing consistent food items according to approved recipes and production standards while maintaining the highest levels of food safety, sanitation, and quality. Prep Cooks work collaboratively with the culinary team to ensure kitchens are organized, stocked, and event-ready in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED preferred; current enrollment accepted.
Must possess a valid County Food Handler Card and have it on file with Craft Culinary Concepts before working scheduled events.
Successfully complete all pre-employment requirements, including a background check.
Ability to accurately follow recipes, production sheets, and verbal instructions.
Basic math skills for measuring, scaling recipes, and portioning.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to remain calm and productive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Nice To Haves

Six (6) months or more of experience in a high-volume commercial kitchen, restaurant, catering, hotel, stadium, or banquet operation.
Experience working large-scale events or catering operations.
Knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

Prepare hot and cold food items according to approved recipes, production sheets, and chef instructions.
Assist with the preparation of ingredients including washing, cutting, chopping, slicing, measuring, mixing, marinating, and portioning.
Handle food products safely from raw preparation through cooking and final presentation.
Ensure food quality, consistency, appearance, and portion standards are maintained.
Operate kitchen equipment safely, including knives, slicers, mixers, ovens, grills, fryers, and other food preparation equipment.
Maintain proper food storage procedures, including labeling, dating, rotating, and storing products using FIFO (First In, First Out) standards.
Follow all local health department regulations and Craft Culinary Concepts food safety and sanitation policies.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized workstation throughout the shift.
Assist with receiving, stocking, and organizing food and kitchen supplies.
Work collaboratively with chefs, cooks, stewards, and other team members to ensure successful event execution.
Assist with kitchen breakdown, cleaning, and resetting work areas following each event.
Report equipment issues, food quality concerns, or safety hazards to a supervisor immediately.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support kitchen and event operations.