Cook | Part-Time | Palm Beach County Convention Center

Responsibilities

• Interact directly with guests in areas such as action stations and buffet lines, slicing meats or preparing made-to-order dishes.
• Apply advanced knowledge of plating techniques and presentation standards.
• Independently create meals and prepare food items according to recipes with little to no assistance.
• Manage all opening and closing responsibilities in the kitchen independently.
• Operate, clean, and maintain kitchen equipment, including dishwashers, stovetops, tilt skillets, grills, fryers, slicers, and rotating ovens.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen by washing culinary and service dishes, cleaning tables, walls, and floors, and stocking items with properly labeled dates.
• Enforce food safety policies and procedures for proper handling, sanitation, storage, and dispensing of food and beverages, following state food handlers' certification standards.
• Adhere to safety and uniform standards, including wearing the required attire and protective equipment (e.g., hat, hairnet, cut-resistant gloves, non-slip shoes).
• Share knowledge and culinary techniques with junior staff, ensuring proper preparation and food presentation.
• Work collaboratively with the team to ensure efficient preparation, excellent service, and timely delivery of products.
• Report and monitor the maintenance of kitchen equipment to ensure functionality.
• Observe, test, and ensure foods are cooked to the appropriate standards.
• Accurately portion, arrange, and garnish food plates for guest service.
• Assist with controlling food and labor costs to ensure efficient operations.
• Conduct regular inspections to maintain cleanliness and meet company standards across all locations.
• Support monthly inventory processes and assist in maintaining stock levels.

Qualifications

• Ability to work weekdays and weekends, with availability for some morning, noon, and evening shifts on an on-call/event-based schedule.
• Previous experience as a prep cook or line cook preferred.
• Some level of advanced culinary degree or certifications are required.
• Strong understanding of portion control, food safety, food waste management, and sanitation processes in compliance with ServeSafe Food Handlers guidelines.
• Must obtain and maintain a Food Handler's Card from ServeSafe and other required compliance trainings.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Strong communication skills to interact with employees, management, and guests in a professional and respectful manner.
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy objects, such as boxes and equipment.