What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Cook (Part Time) Banquet position at Chesapeake Conference Center?
SUMMARY
Responsible for the preparation & production of hot & cold foods for banquet events. Works alongside the culinary team to plate dishes as required. Helps keep the kitchen clean & orderly per health department guidelines and/or at the direction of the chef. Leads kitchen staff at the direction of the Chef & Sous Chefs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned as required.
1. Prepares all foods according to Chesapeake Conference Center standards as directed by the chef & sous chefs.
2. Finishes all work assigned by the scheduled time in a professional manner.
3. Uses approved recipes when preparing food.
4. Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly fashion.
5. Cleans up after self while working and in between tasks.
6. Maintains coolers and dry storage in a neat & orderly fashion.
7. Utilizes stock in a rotating manner, using oldest items first.
8. Stores all unused portions and leftovers in a cooler, properly cooling and labeling them.
9. Follows instructions of chef & sous chefs to prepare appetizers, entrees, desserts, and garnishes when working on a production line.
10. Follows instructions of the chef & sous chefs to serve food, restock tables, or work the grill when working on a banquet line.
11. Always wears a proper uniform and keeps it clean
12. Always practices safe techniques for handling any foods.
13. Always practices safe techniques when utilizing kitchen equipment & machinery.
14. Takes a nightly inventory of the cook’s cooler and freezer including items and amounts.
15. Leaves the kitchen in a neat & orderly manner daily, storing equipment and food in their proper locations.
16. Will be flexible when asked to work in other areas as assigned.
17. Will plate out events at the direction of the chef & sous chefs
18. Will lead small teams of cooks when prepping or executing events at the direction of the chef or sous chefs.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24.0 – 32.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
Ability to Relocate:
- Chesapeake, VA 23320: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20