Concessions Prep Cook

Job Summary

Levy at American Airlines Center is seeking a motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented event-based part-time Prep Cook to join our Culinary team. This role is responsible for preparing high-quality ingredients and menu items while ensuring all food is produced safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company recipes, food safety regulations, and presentation standards.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to standardized recipes, production schedules, and quality standards.
• Assist with ingredient preparation, portioning, labeling, and storage while following FIFO and HACCP guidelines.
• Ensure food is prepared, plated, and served at proper temperatures with consistent presentation and portion control.
• Taste prepared food items to verify quality and consistency.
• Maintain accurate production records and follow established ticketing procedures during service.
• Clean and sanitize workstations, kitchen equipment, refrigerators, storage areas, and food preparation surfaces.
• Properly store or discard food products in accordance with food safety regulations.
• Safely operate and maintain kitchen equipment while reporting maintenance or safety concerns to leadership.
• Assist with inventory, receiving deliveries, stocking supplies, and production planning as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following all company safety and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of experience in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, catering operation, stadium, arena, or event venue preferred.
• Valid ServSafe Food Handler Certification (or the ability to obtain within the required timeframe).
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, knife skills, and food safety practices.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Flexible availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to work safely in hot kitchen environments during high-volume service.