Catering Services, Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Food Presentation, Food Safety, Health Department, Ingredient Preparation, Inventory Management, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Organizational Skills, Regulations, Sanitation, Team Player, Time Management
Duties:
The Catering/Prep cook is responsible for preparing ingredients, assembling dishes, and organizing food stations for events, working in a fast-paced, event driven environment. Key duties include chopping vegetables, washing/portioning food, assisting with event setups, and maintaining high sanitation standards in accordance with local Health Department regulations. Essential requirements include knife skills, physical stamina, and 1+ years of kitchen experience.
MUST BE AVAILABLE MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
MUST BE A CURRENT HCC STUDENT FOR THE SUMMER AND/OR FALL 2026 SEMESTER.
MUST BE ENROLLED IN AT LEAST 6 CREDITS.
UNLESS FIRST-SEMESTER STUDENT, MUST HAVE ATTAINED A 2.0 SEMESTER GPA DURING THE LAST SEMESTER ATTENDED.
- Basic knowledge of cooking techniques and food prep equipment
- Must be available Monday thru Friday for 20+ hour work week
- 1+ years of experience in a fast-paced, high volume kitchen
- Ability to stand for long periods, work in varying temperatures, and lift up to 50lbs.
- Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively with chefs and kitchen staff.
- Frequent walking, kneeling, lifting, and carrying
- Wash, peel, chop, and prepare vegetables, fruits, and meats. Measure ingredients for recipes, assemble sandwiches, and prepare salads.
- Measure ingredients for recipes, assemble sandwiches, and prepare salads.
- Set up, maintain, and clean food stations for on-site or off-site events, often working under tight deadlines.
- Label, store, and organize ingredients, ensuring compliance with local Health Department regulations.
- Inform Catering Manager about inventory shortages
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation, clean equipment, and adhere to food safety protocols.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
This position is considered open until filled. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled and considered closed.
The College seeks to hire the best qualified candidate for each position. To support this philosophy and objective, the Human Resource Department provides a process to allow for a comprehensive search of candidates, inclusive of internal and external applicants.
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