Prep Cook

• Job Title : Prep Cook
• Department : Food & Beverage
• Reports To : Executive Chef / Sous Chef
• Hourly Rate : $25.75 per hour

• Location : Long Beach, CA
• Job Type : Part-Time

Legends Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for a Prep Cook at the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center . This position is responsible for preparing food items in the kitchen and/or concessions, following food safety standards, and supporting the food service operations for the facility.

Please note that 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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• •Set up stations and gather all necessary supplies to prepare the menu for service.
• •Properly label and date food items for storage.
• •Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products to ensure smooth service during events.
• •Consistently follow standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• •Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
• •Perform opening, side, and closing duties according to specified standards.
• •Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area at all times.
• •Assist with cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas.
• •Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the Executive Chef or Sous Chef.
• •Ensure all storage areas are tidy and products are stored appropriately.
• •Practice safe and hygienic food handling at all times.
• •Return dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas.
• •Assist with other duties as assigned by the Executive Chef.

Qualifications :

• •Education : Must be 18 or older to apply. High school diploma or GED required.
• •Certifications : Must have current ServeSafe certification .
• •Experience : At least 1 year of experience in food service preparing meals.
• •Skills and Abilities :
• •Ability to produce quality food in a fast-paced environment.
• •Positive attitude with a customer service orientation.
• •Strong knowledge of sanitary practices.
• •Ability to maintain proper grooming and dress code standards.
• •Strong work ethic and ability to collaborate with other staff members.
• •Ability to handle multiple tasks with attention to detail.

Other Qualifications :

Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Physical Demands :

• •Regularly required to stand and walk for long periods during events.
• •Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. to waist height.
• •May require working inside or outside the building, as needed by events.
• •The position may involve exposure to loud sounds during events.
• •Requires stooping, lifting, and working with various kitchen equipment.

Reasonable Accommodation :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

To Apply :

Interested applicants can apply directly from this page by clicking APPLY . For those requiring reasonable accommodations to complete the application process, please contact People and Culture at (562) 499-7579 . 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. VEVRAA Federal Contractor .