Cook/Prep cook

Cook/Prep Cook PositionLegends Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for the Cook/Prep Cook position at The Hampton Roads Convention Center.Compensation: $17.00 hourlyJob SummaryResponsible for prepping and preparation of food as directed and performing any cooking, baking, butchering required and performs any and all duties in the kitchen. The tasks assigned must be completed quickly and efficiently while still abiding by necessary guidelines that will ensure quality standards are met.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Adhere to Health Department and ServSafe regulations.Prepare food products as directed by recipe and/or supervisor while maintaining strict adherence to standards and specifications.Complete all assigned production priorities daily.Maintain the cleanliness of the work area according (including but not limited to refrigerators, counters, tables, storage areas, etc.)Inform supervisor of any shortages or equipment malfunctionsKnowledge of food quality, utilization, storage, rotation and consistency.Demonstrates practical understanding of kitchen sanitation.Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisorSupervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position does not have supervisory responsibilities.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must have a High School Diploma/GEDSix months of experience in a commercial kitchen, preferredMust have sufficient math ability to accurately add, subtract, divide, multiply and perform other basic business math calculations and pass basic math skills test.Must speak, be able to read and understand English well enough to converse with customers, supervisors and employees.Understand written and oral direction and communicate effectively with othersSkills and AbilitiesCreates and supports a team environmentScheduling flexibility is essential, must be able to work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays as required.Conducts work efficiently to meet high demand.Must be able to work in a high stress environment.Ability to work in confined spaces for long periods of time.Able to work in an environment having both hot and cold temperature extremes.Must have a pleasant personality and adhere to Uniform Standards policy.Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.Other QualificationsMust be able to work flexible hours, irregular hours may existMust have attention to detailsMust be able to adapt to change in the work environment, managing, competing demands, frequent changes, delays or unexpected eventsMust be compliant with Health CodesComputer SkillsThis position does not require computer skillsPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility; to stand for long hours during events; talk and hear. This position may require work inside or outside of the building, as needed by events.Position requires walking and standing regularlyMust be able to Lift 50 poundsMust be able to Push 50 poundsAbility to move heavy (200+ pounds) wheeled carts.Constant reaching, standing, walking and stoopingPerforming work through repetitive eye/hand coordinationNoise level in the work environment is usually moderateIrregular hours dictated by eventsMust be able to balance and have good manual dexterityThis description portrays in general terms the type and levels of work performed and is not intended to be all-inclusive or to represent specific duties of any one incumbent. The knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training.