Third Cook - Lansing Center

Third Cook

The Third Cook performs basic, routine kitchen duties for the Lansing Center Foodservice Department, Groesbeck Golf Course and Legends Global managed facilities and events. The Third Cook shall assist in food preparation, food production, food plate-up and clean-up for all events.

The Third Cook is responsible for providing a superior experience and service to the customers, guests and vendors of the Lansing Center, Groesbeck Golf Course and Legends Global sponsored/managed events and properties. Third Cook will adhere to organizational and departmental policies and procedures designed to promote efficiency of operation and quality of service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This position assists with the coordination and daily operation of food service functions, including food preparation, production, plating, and clean-up. The role is responsible for preparing food consistently in accordance with established quality, production, and portion standards, as well as cutting and cooking foods as instructed. Employees ensure that all food quality standards are met and that food is properly washed, handled, labeled, stored, and monitored in compliance with local, state, and federal health regulations.

The position requires maintaining cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen, including workstations, designated areas, kitchen equipment, coolers, and storage spaces. Employees must safely operate kitchen utensils and equipment such as knives, choppers, steamers, tilt skillets, ovens, fryers, grills, flattops, mixers, and microwaves.

This role also involves receiving, storing, and stocking food and supply deliveries according to established guidelines. Employees are responsible for following par levels for each shift, determining preparation and freezer pull needs, and promptly notifying supervisors of any shortages or out-of-stock items. Assistance with organizing food products and supplies for events is also required.

Employees are expected to adhere to all LEPFA and Foodservice Department policies and procedures, follow the departmental dress code, and help maintain a safe, respectful, and harassment-free work environment. Compliance with OSHA standards, Health Department regulations, and all applicable local, state, and federal laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, is always required.

This position requires flexibility, including working irregular schedules such as evenings, weekends, and holidays. Work assignments, shifts, and breaks may change with little notice, and duties may extend beyond those specifically listed. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

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 one (1) year 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 ideal candidate demonstrates the ability to interact positively with others in a courteous, cooperative, and professional manner while maintaining a professional attitude, demeanor, and positive public image. The position requires strong teamwork, excellent interpersonal skills, and a consistently positive attitude. Reliable and dependable attendance is essential, along with flexibility, to adapt to changing work demands.

Candidates must have a thorough understanding of kitchen setup and breakdown procedures, kitchen standards, and food safety practices, as well as the ability to maintain impeccable personal hygiene. This requires the ability to work safely and efficiently with culinary tools and equipment, maintain clean and organized work habits, and perform basic mathematical functions as needed.

Effective verbal, listening, and written communication skills in English are required, along with the ability to accurately execute job duties with minimal supervision. Candidates must be able to understand and follow Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and perform effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions

Location: On Site

Physical Demands

The position requires the ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time while staying organized and prioritizing work effectively. Candidates must communicate clearly and professionally, listen carefully, follow instructions, and carry out directions accurately. The ability to maintain confidentiality, remain patient and calm under pressure, and project a positive, cheerful presence in a fast-paced environment is essential. Flexibility is required, including the ability to work in limited spaces as events needs change and to adapt to environments with multiple people, noise, smells, and distractions.

This role requires regular use of hands to perform job duties, the ability to adjust and focus vision, and the physical capacity to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly. Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time and perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching, with occasional squatting, climbing, and stair use.

Work may take place indoors and outdoors and in varied weather conditions, including cold, heat, rain, snow, and wind. The position involves exposure to noise, fumes, food allergens, wet floors, water, cleaning agents, outdoor allergens, oil, grease, solvents, and other potentially hazardous chemicals. Employees must be able to safely perform all required job duties in and around a golf course setting.

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