A Chef oversees food preparation and directs other cooks and kitchen staff. Plans menus, develops recipes, orders ingredients and supplies. May supervise kitchen operations in a restaurant or work for a private household; may work for an executive office or a client that entertains regularly.
Catering Prep Chef Creative Hands Cuisine Mesa, AZ Job Details Temporary | Part-time $18 - $21 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Food provided Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Maintaining an organized workspace Food service health code compliance Kitchen knives Food service cleaning Catering experience Cooking Food safety sanitizing procedures Food preparation Knife skills Restaurant experience Food Handler Certification Full Job Description
WELCOME TO CREATIVE HANDS CUISINE!
We are a gourmet, full service catering company that creates one-of-a-kind events across Arizona. We are currently looking for a team of prep chefs who can also assist with events: The catering chef is responsible for the daily preparation of food items for the kitchen, daily mise en place for rotating menu items, overall cleanliness of the kitchen, all while maintaining the kitchen's high standards, respect, and regard for food and nutrition. Primary Responsibilities Ability to prep creative, simple, health oriented menu items on a daily basis Follows recipes, portion controls, and procedures Cleans and maintains station up to standards while practicing exceptional safety, sanitation and organizational skills Posses' creativity, desirability to learn, and has uttermost respect for food Answers, reports, and follows Executive or Sous Chef's instructions Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas Performs additional responsibilities as requested by the chef or sous chef at any time Position Reports to:
Executive Chef and Sous Chef Required Qualifications:
Food Handlers Card required Minimum 4 year's restaurant/catering chef experience as a prep and/or line cook Kitchen sensed, self-motivated, driven, organized, and clean Ability to receive feedback and take instructions Understanding of professional cooking, knife handling skills, and various cuisines Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures Professional communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to work in a team environment Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure in an open kitchen environment Must be able to read, understand, and follow basic cooking directions Must be able to work some catering events, nights, and weekends during high season Commitment to quality service
