Cook 1

Cook 1

We are a full-service, employee-owned, experiential caterer and hospitality group, committed to creating remarkable experiences for our clients while fostering a collaborative, engaged, and empowered workforce.

As an ideal candidate, you are passionate about culinary excellence, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in producing high-quality food with consistency and attention to detail. You are a dependable team player who enjoys collaborating with others while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, organization, and execution.

As a Cook 1, you will prepare and execute menu items for both production and off-site events while supporting the Executive Chef's culinary vision. You'll work alongside culinary leadership to ensure food is prepared according to 24 Carrots' standards, maintain a clean and organized work environment, and contribute to the successful execution of every event. You'll also have opportunities to mentor and support fellow cooks while developing your own leadership skills.

If this sounds like you, read on!

Skills & Qualifications:

• Professional, enthusiastic, dependable, and team-oriented.
• Prepare menu items according to recipes, production schedules, and portion standards.
• Execute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe workstation throughout production and events.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure proper food presentation, quality, consistency, and portion control.
• Follow all federal, state, and local food safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with event setup, execution, and breakdown, including equipment handling and organization.
• Support inventory management and communicate equipment or maintenance needs.
• Train and mentor fellow cooks on equipment, food safety, and kitchen procedures as assigned.
• Collaborate with Culinary, Operations, and Event teams to ensure successful event execution.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• One to two years of culinary or related food service experience, or enrollment in a culinary education program (6+ months).
• California Food Handler Card required.
• ServSafe Allergens Certification required within 14 days of hire.
• Weekend availability, including Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday.
• Reliable transportation with the ability to travel throughout Orange County and Los Angeles.

Pay Range: $22 - $26 per hour

Part-Time, Hourly / Non-Exempt

Growth Opportunities - Lead Premium Pay

At 24 Carrots, we are committed to developing future culinary leaders. As a Cook 1, you'll have opportunities to take on Lead assignments during events or kitchen production. Team members selected to lead are eligible for Lead Premium Pay, providing additional compensation while gaining valuable leadership experience.

Benefits & Perks:

We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company! Join our team and enjoy the benefits of a team that is invested in each other, where we measure success not only through the growth of our business, but the cultivation and growth of our people. Other benefits also include group health benefits, competitive pay, paid vacation and sick time, holiday pay, 401k retirement plan.

Let's Grow Together!

Ready to Join Us?

If you are ready to take your career to the next level and join a team of creative, energetic, passionate and dedicated people, apply today!

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24 Carrots Catering and Events