Prep Cook

POSITION DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:

Prep Cook

COMPANY:

Legends Global

DEPARTMENT:

Food & Beverage

FACILITY:

Mohegan Arena @ Casey Plaza

REPORTS TO:

Executive Chef

FLSA:

Part-Time Hourly/Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for preparing /assisting with preparation of food items for all suite orders, catering functions, and possibly some concession items.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interacting with co-workers to ensure compliance with company service standards
• Maintaining all kitchen equipment using proper cleaning and sanitizing procedures
• Organizing and maintaining a clean and safe work station, removing trash, etc.
• Following all proper food handling and preparation guidelines as directed
• Maintaining proper food handling procedures
• Preparing the product, as directed, and ensuring that all food warmers are kept full
• Performs other duties as assigned

WORK CONTACTS:

Daily contact with the Executive Chef, Premium Services Manager, Catering Staff, and other Arena employees.   

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

This position requires stooping, lifting, and substantial standing and walking.  Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. to the shoulder.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works primarily in the main kitchen and possibly in the concession stands within the facility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess previous experience in a sporting venue or banquet facility preparing meals for large events
• Must possess the knowledge of proper food handling and preparation procedures
• Must possess the ability to produce a quality product while paying strict attention to detail
• Must possess the ability to undertake and complete multiple tasks
• Must possess the ability to stand and walk for substantial periods of time and lift up to 30 pounds to the shoulder
• Must possess the ability to work hours as dictated by events
• Must possess the ability to work a flexible schedule to include days, nights, weekends, and holidays, work as a team, and have reliable transportation
• Must possess the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively
• Must complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific training
• Must practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations, and complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training
• Must pass a HireRight Background Check in accordance with company policy
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

This job description portrays in general terms the type and level(s) of work performed and is not intended to be all-inclusive or to represent specific duties of any one incumbent.  The knowledge, skills and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training.  The company reserves the rights to modify, supplement, delete, or augment the duties and responsibilities specified in the position description, in the company’s sole and absolute discretion.  Duties other than those expressly specified may be assigned from time to time.

LEGENDS Global/Mohegan Arena is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, an