Second Cook - Lansing Center

Second Cook

This position assists in the coordination and implementation of daily food service functions and supports the Sous Chef with staff training on food production procedures and standards while ensuring all established food quality standards are met. Responsibilities include assisting with food preparation, production, plate-up, and clean-up; storing and stocking food and supply deliveries according to established guidelines; completing required opening and closing duties; and properly washing, handling, monitoring, labeling, cutting, and cooking cold and hot foods in compliance with local, state, and federal health standards and codes. The role also involves organizing event food products and supplies, preparing food consistently according to quality, production, and portion standards, maintaining pars levels for each shift, determining necessary preparation and freezer pulls, and promptly notifying supervisors of any out-of-stock items or product shortages. Additional duties include maintaining workstation and assigned area cleanliness, conducting bi-monthly inventories, cleaning kitchen equipment, coolers, and storage areas, safely operating kitchen utensils and equipment, assisting with various food production methods such as frying, grilling, baking, and sauting, responding to basic food and beverage inquiries, and accurately executing kitchen closing tasks in a timely manner. The position requires adherence to Legends Global and Foodservice Department policies, dress code standards, OSHA and Health Department regulations, and all applicable laws, while promoting a safe, respectful, and harassment-free work environment. Irregular schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be required, with potential short notice adjustments to shifts or duties, and other responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. 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.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent GED.

Minimum two (2) years of cooking experience in the Food and Beverage industry preferably in a high volume-feeding environment such as a convention center, stadium or other public assembly facility.

Skills and Abilities

The candidate demonstrates the ability to positively interact with others in a courteous, cooperative, and professional manner, while consistently maintaining a professional attitude and demeanor. They work well in a team environment and present a positive public image through reliable, dependable, and timely attendance. The candidate shows thorough knowledge of kitchen set-up and tear-down procedures, kitchen standards, and food safety practices, and maintains impeccable personal hygiene. They possess excellent interpersonal skills and effective verbal, listening, and written communication skills in English. The candidate works safely and efficiently with culinary tools and equipment, performs basic mathematical functions, and maintains clean and organized work habits. They display a positive attitude, flexibility, and the ability to accurately execute job duties with minimal direction. Additionally, the candidate understands and can execute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and performs effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions

Location: On Site

Physical Demands

The candidate is able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while effectively prioritizing and organizing responsibilities. They can use their hands to perform required job duties, adjust and focus vision as needed, and communicate clearly and professionally while listening carefully. The candidate maintains confidentiality, follows directions accurately, and remains flexible when working in limited spaces as event needs dictate. They project a cheerful and professional presence despite internal or external pressures and demonstrate patience and calmness in high-pressure situations. Physically, the candidate can lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly, standing and walking for extended periods, and performing frequent bending, twisting, and reaching, as well as occasional squatting, climbing, and stair use. They are comfortable working in busy environments with multiple people, noise, smells, and distractions.

In terms of environmental requirements, the candidate can perform job functions in inclement weather and withstand exposure to varying elements. They can work safely in conditions involving cold, snow, ice, heat, rain, dust, noise, fumes, food allergens, wet floors, water, cleaning agents, and both indoor and outdoor environmental allergens. The candidate may be exposed to oils, greases, solvents, and potentially hazardous chemicals and is capable of safely performing work-related tasks in and around a golf course setting.

The 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.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.