Cook

Cook

Legends Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for a Cook at the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center. The Cook will be responsible for preparing food in a timely, efficient, sanitary, and consistent manner. This role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining strong organizational skills to handle job duties quickly and effectively. The Cook must be a team player, adhere to safety procedures, and be comfortable working in a kitchen with high heat levels.

Please note that the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center Food and Beverage employees are covered by a collective bargaining agreement with Unite Here Local 11, and union membership is a condition of employment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up stations and gather all necessary supplies for menu preparation.
• Prepare a variety of food items including meat, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and cold food items.
• Properly label and date food items for storage.
• Maintain sufficient levels of food products to ensure a smooth service period.
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen and walk-in coolers.
• Consistently comply with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• Use food preparation tools following manufacturer instructions.
• Close the kitchen correctly, following the closing checklist for kitchen stations.
• Maintain and sanitize work areas, coolers, and storage spaces.
• Assist with additional responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Chef or Sous Chef.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.
• Ensure all storage areas are tidy, and products are appropriately stored.
• Adhere to safe and hygienic food handling practices.
• Return dirty food preparation utensils to designated areas.
• Assist with any other tasks as assigned by the Executive Sous Chef.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years or older to apply.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current ServSafe certification required.
• At least 3 years of experience in food service and meal preparation.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to produce quality food in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and customer service orientation.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Strong knowledge of sanitary practices.
• Maintain proper grooming and dress code standards.
• Ability to work well with other staff members in the facility.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Strong attention to detail.

Other Qualifications:

• Must be available to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Demands:

• Regular movement around the facility, standing for long periods during events, and engaging in conversation.
• The position may require both indoor and outdoor work depending on event requirements.
• Stooping, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs to waist height.
• The position may expose the employee to loud noise during events, but otherwise, no other adverse conditions are expected.

Note: The essential responsibilities listed above are not an exhaustive list of all duties to be performed by the employee. These responsibilities may change due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

To Apply: Interested applicants can apply directly from this page. For those requiring reasonable accommodations to complete the application process, please contact Valentina Acedo at View phone number on click.appcast.io. All status updates will be provided through Workday, so please refrain from calling for updates.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity employer, and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to apply. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.