What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prep Cook position at WEDDING DAY CATERING INC?
Bonuses paid weekly!
What does Trademark offer?
Competitive pay, generous bonuses, and the flexibility of a part-time schedule for those that choose to join us on a part-time basis.
For those that choose a full-time path, Trademark also offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, generous incentive programs for select positions, and more.
More importantly, Trademark offers to all the support of a team, including management, that is actively engaged in exceeding the expectations of our clients and co-workers, collaborating every day to improve, and treating each other with respect and compassion.
Additionally, with six venues across the local area, Trademark offers not only consistent, stable opportunities to work, but also plentiful opportunities to grow and develop with a growing company eager to develop and promote top performers.
About This Role
Under the supervision or direction of a Kitchen Supervisor or Chef, the Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients and dishes for final execution or firing by chefs and supervisors as well as packaging and preparing food for delivery to event venues. Additionally, the Prep Cook will assist in the kitchen with any required tasks including, but not limited to, stocking of food and other items, cleaning, and caring for kitchen equipment while practicing safe food handling. Energy, enthusiasm, and passion for the work, the people, and the customers are key to achieving success in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clean, peel, cut, and otherwise prepare a variety of foods
- Assemble dishes for final execution or firing by a Kitchen Supervisor or Chef
- Set up workstations and ingredients adhering to all food service regulatory and hygiene requirements
- Prepare and package food items and equipment for delivery to event venues
- Assist in the organization and stocking of the kitchen and event prep areas as needed
- Assist with ensuring kitchen and serving equipment is maintained appropriate and it appropriate working order
- Other duties as assigned
Experience:
- Previous experience in food preparation in a kitchen setting required
- Catering and/or banquet experience a plus
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to stand or walk for up to eight (8) hours or more in a fast-paced environment requiring movement and the ability to lift/carry up to 35 lbs.
- Bi-lingual (Spanish and English) language skills preferred
Trademark Core Behaviors:
- Passion for Exceeding Expectations
- Collaboration with Client and Colleagues
- Ethics without Compromise
About us:
For more than 20 years, Trademark Venues and its team have provided the best in premier weddings in Southern California. Starting with one venue in 2001, Trademark Venues has grown to six wedding venues, a beautiful client services hub, and a gorgeous garden wholesale center. We are pleased to have the ability to offer these venues and services to our wonderful clients for their special events. Just as importantly, we are pleased that our growth enabled us to employ more than 200 area people and contribute to programs supporting our communities.