Prep / Production Cook (Part-Time)

Saz's Hospitality Group • Milwaukee, WI

2h • Onsite

About The Position

Saz’s Catering is seeking Part-Time Prep/Production Cooks to join their culinary team. This versatile role will prepare food in their production kitchen for catering events and assist on-site at events. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, the cook 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.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees