Prep / Production Cook
About The Position
Saz’s Catering is seeking experienced Prep/Production Cooks to join their culinary team. This versatile role will involve preparing food in the production kitchen for catering events and assisting on-site at events. Reporting to the culinary leadership team, the individual will be responsible for delivering products of the highest quality in terms of freshness, taste, and consistency. On-the-job training will be provided to ensure familiarity with specific menus and procedures. This role is variable part-time. Saz’s State House opened in 1976, and Saz’s Hospitality Group has grown for 50 years, offering catering, festivals, and retail throughout Southeastern Wisconsin. The company focuses on building a team of caring and committed individuals who believe in stellar service to guests and each other, and is a nine-time recipient of the Top Workplace Award. Saz's is committed to building an inclusive team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
Requirements
- Knowledge of basic cooking techniques including knife skills and standard cuts
- Familiarity with kitchen equipment (steamer, fryer, kettle, convection/combi ovens, griddle)
- Understanding of herbs, spices, and various flavoring ingredients
- Ability to roast, broil, braise, sauté, fry, and grill (including breakfast items)
- Flexibility to rotate between different stations as needed
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in production, mobile, or banquet kitchen preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepare food items using batch, a la minute, and line cooking techniques
- Set up mobile kitchens for catering events
- Carve food to order at events when required
- Maintain cleanliness and proper upkeep of kitchen areas
- Ensure appropriate stocking, rotation, and labeling of food products
- Follow all standardized recipes with precision
- Notify the Chef of any shortages or discrepancies in products or ingredients
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Company-paid telemedicine coverage
- Annual shoe stipends
- Referral bonuses
- Generous restaurant and catering discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
