Events Line Cook - Full Time!

Event Cook I - North Hills, CA
Full Time

The mission of Hope the Mission is to prevent, reduce and eliminate poverty, hunger, and homelessness by offering immediate assistance and long‑term solutions.

HTM's culinary events set a different standard than daily production. The Event Cook executes with precision, adapts quickly, and represents the organization with skill in front of donors, volunteers, and the public.

Prepare and execute food for HTM's full range of culinary events including donor dinners, volunteer kitchen sessions, internal and external food service events.

Cook stocks and broths in accordance with company recipes.

Assist with cooking food according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, and volume requirements.

Ensure every dish meets the quality and taste standards set by the Event Chef de Cuisine; Apportion and serve food to facility residents, employees, or patrons as needed.

Maintain and organize kitchen equipment, tools, and utensils, ensuring they are clean and in good working condition.

Organize and clean all kitchen areas including dry storage, refrigeration, freezer storage, and the dish washing area.

Diligently label speed racks, containers, and products specifically for event use in shared cold storage.

Inspect and clean all equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure a functional and hygienic environment.

Follow strict food safety regulations to maintain a safe environment for all.

ensure the kitchen meets all regulatory requirements.

Responsible for the proper use and maintenance of kitchen equipment; Follow FIFO procedures, restock inventory, and notify the Chef‑in‑charge of any low stock levels.

Assist in training new kitchen staff; provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced cooks and prep cooks.

Work closely with other cooks, Food Services team members, and the Chef de Cuisine to ensure a harmonious kitchen operation.

Assist with the dish team and other Food Services team members as needed.

Flexibility and willingness to assist with daily production duties as needed or when event prep has been completed.

Perform any other tasks assigned with a positive attitude and a willingness to help.

Valid food handler certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Ability to carry, lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs and regularly bend and stoop throughout the shift.

Availability to work weekends, holidays, and variable event hours as required.

Legal authorization to work in the United States.

High school diploma or GED required; culinary degree preferred.

Minimum 4 years of culinary experience, including at least 3 years of line cook experience in a professional kitchen; high‑volume or event environment preferred.

Ability to operate, maintain, and clean commercial kitchen equipment including scales, ovens, stove tops, braising pan, steam kettle, fryer, grill, and flat top.

Scratch preparation of sauces, stocks, marinades, bases, and mixes to established standards.

Clear communication and ability to take direction from the Sous Chef, Event Chef de Cuisine, and Executive Chef.

Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Must follow strict requirements about food safety.

Drug and Alcohol Testing - Candidates must pass pre‑employment and, if applicable, ongoing drug and alcohol screenings in accordance with company policy.

Legal Eligibility to Work - Candidates must provide proof of legal authorization to work in the United States.

Compliance with Company Policies - All employees must comply with company policies, including safety, confidentiality, and conduct standards.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee is required to sit, walk, climb stairs, engage in verbal, written, and email communication, hear, use hands to keyboard, finger, handle, and feel, stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, and stretch. Occasionally required to move around the Administration office. Employee may work in proximity to service animals and emotional support animals.

HOTV (Hope of the Valley) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HOTV complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, placement, promotion, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Full‑time: Tuesday - Saturday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm or 11:00 am - 7:30 pm.

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