PT Kitchen Cook

Under immediate supervision, performs various duties in connection with scheduled events, skilled and unskilled job tasks as assigned with the El Paso Convention & Performing Arts Center. Legends Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities has an excellent and immediate opening for a Part-Time Cook at Destination El Paso. The Part-Time Cook will perform various duties in connection with scheduled events, skilled and unskilled job tasks as assigned with the El Paso Convention & Performing Arts Center.

Responsibilities

Food handling and preparation for concession and catered events.; Cleaning of equipment and utensil used to prepare food and beverages.; Cleaning and maintenance of kitchen and appliances.; Must maintain an organized and sanitary workstation.; Follow approved recipes and production standards.; Properly label and dates food items for storage.; Maintain and organize storage rooms, refrigerators and freezers.; Minimize waste by controlling overage and usage.; Assemble and complete final production of hot and cold food items.; Assist with plating of catered meals.; Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Considerable knowledge of food and beverage practices and procedures.; Follow oral and written instruction and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.; Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.; Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.; Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, patrons, employees, exhibitors and others encountered in the course of employment.; Convey strong verbal and interpersonal skills.; Knowledge of all major kitchen equipment and appliances.; Must be able to identify and properly use all kitchen small wares.; Strong knowledge of state health codes and sanitation standards.; Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.; Ability to execute large functions.; Ability to work extended hours productively.; Must be able to obtain Food Handler's card within 30 days of hire date.; High school diploma or GED; and at least (2) years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.