Seasonal Kitchen Prep

Seasons Catering•Ventura, CA

About The Position

Seasonal status. You will only be requested to work based on our booked event schedule and hours may vary. (Our typical "busy season" is the end of March through November.) The Kitchen Prep Cook is responsible for preparing and organizing ingredients and equipment by following provided prep lists and recipes to support the efficient operations of a kitchen. They are also responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working environment, organizing supplies, and assisting chefs and other kitchen staff as needed, while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, organization, and adherence to health codes. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions..

Requirements

Good presentation, attention to detail
Kitchen professionalism
Possess a positive attitude
Organized, fast, and efficient
Excellent knife skills
Able to read and communicate in English
Ability to multitask
Familiar with general kitchen equipment and appliances
Food Handler’s Certificate is required
Must be able to stand for long periods of time in indoor and outdoor environments

Nice To Haves

Catering/banquet experience

Responsibilities

Follow the provided daily prep lists to execute all food preparation. This includes making sauces, cooking food items, and prepping food items (measuring and portioning ingredients, washing produce, chopping vegetables, cutting meat and poultry, etc.) according to the recipe.
Set up workstations and ingredients so that food can be prepared according to recipes.
Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards, including proper handling and storage of ingredients.
Know and follow proper food handling techniques (i.e. time and temperature, raw items, safety/sanitation)
Ensure the safety of the kitchen by following safety procedures, checking equipment for safety hazards, and reporting any hazards to management promptly.
Communicate effectively with the team to ensure smooth workflow and timely preparation of dishes.
Work at offsite events as scheduled: cooking and plating appetizers, salads, entrees, and/or desserts, all while ensuring food and team safety standards are met.
Be ready to assist in various tasks as needed, such as receiving deliveries, organizing storage areas, and other kitchen-related responsibilities.
Keep track of inventory levels, rotate stock, and notify the chef or manager in charge in a timely manner when supplies are running low.
Safely transport food and service items, manage van cleanliness, perform basic maintenance tasks (e.g., refueling, minor repairs), and notify the team of any service needs.
Follow all safety and sanitation procedures to maintain a clean, safe working environment. Remain vigilant for any unsafe food practices or potential safety issues and promptly alert management to ensure immediate corrective action.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.