HELPER COOK (ON CALL)

Job Summary

Learns to assist in the preparation and cooking of various food items prior to being considered a qualified, skilled cook. Maintains food safety and sanitation standards in the preparation and kitchen areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Learns to read menu to estimate food requirements. Orders food from supplier or procures it from storage.
• Prepares and cooks food in accordance with company production records and standardized recipes.
• Learns to adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and steam kettles.
• Helps measure and mix ingredients according to recipes using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Bakes, roasts, broils and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods under guidance. Adds seasoning to food during mixing or cooking under the instruction of others.
• Tests food by tasting, smelling and piercing to determine that it is cooked.
• Carves meat, portions food on serving plates, and adds gravies, sauces and garnishes to fill orders as directed.
• Washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables and fruits.
• Butchers chicken, fish and shellfish as directed.
• Bakes bread, rolls, cakes and pastry as course of instruction permits.
• Maintains work area and equipment. Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
• Interacts with customers and coworkers in a courteous, efficient and friendly manner.
• Ensures compliance with company service standards and inventory and cash control procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

About Us

Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients. We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.

Requirements

• Two years of previous cooking experience is required.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $28.00 per hour to $35.00 per hour.

Benefits

No specific benefits are mentioned in the job posting.

Contact Information

We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1543640.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Company Policies

• The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
• The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
• The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Drug-Free Workplace

Union Square Events maintains a drug-free workplace.

Paid Time Off

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Requisition ID

Req ID: 1543640