Job Description
Unit:
New Orleans Convention Center
The Cook II position performs as a mid-level short order or grill cook among its peer cook positions. The
Cook II will assume stations requiring a moderate level of difficulty and will perform responsibilities for
food preparation that require a more sophisticated level of detail, experience and expertise than Cook III,
but not as complex as the Cook I.
This position may exist in a convention center, a sporting or events arena, restaurant or other type of
entertainment-related venue that is managed by Sodexo Live!.
The Cook II will contribute to Sodexo Live!'s operational and financial success by following all Sodexo
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Live! culinary standards for sanitation and preparation to ensure that food product is of the highest quality
in taste and appearance, to satisfy guest expectations and to maximize food revenues.
Major Responsibility:
Prepare and coordinate orders to ensure they are cooked in a timely, accurate,
consistent and quality manner.
Supporting Actions:
Set up and stock station as directed by Executive Chef or Sous Chef.
Ensure all products are prepared, held and served at correct temperatures.
Utilize proper recipes, equipment, tools and utensils.
Ensure that food is portioned and presented according to standards, as well as guest
specifications and preferences.
Work in collaboration with other unit culinary team members to achieve operational objectives.
Adhere to company standards for food quality, taste, flavor and presentation.
* Participate in the flow of work within the culinary department to maximize quality and efficiency.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- High school diploma or College degree or combination of education and work experience to support on-the-job
effectiveness. - 1-2 years related experience required: Catering and/or Banquet Operations, Restaurant Management or Institutional Food Service.
- Must possess strong knowledge of food and beverage operations, controls, and ability to perform all catering-related positions.
- Ability to understand written and oral direction and to communicate same with others.
- Ability to promote and participate in a team environment.
- Ability to work independently and in a high stress, fast paced environment
Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.
Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.
Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.