Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Hourly
Work Schedule
Flexible
On-call
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Job Description
ASM Global is a world leader in the management of publicly accessible assembly facilities, dedicated to delivering outstanding experiences through their extensive portfolio of venues. Among these properties is the Shreveport Convention Center/Municipal Auditorium, located in Shreveport, Louisiana, a premier destination for conventions, events, and entertainment in the region. ASM Global employs a team of dedicated professionals committed to high standards of customer service and operational excellence, striving to create memorable experiences for all guests and clients.
The Shreveport Convention Center is seeking a part-time Cook to join its Food & Beverage department, reporting directly to the Executive Chef and Sous Chef. This role offers an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals looking to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment within a prominent public assembly facility. The position requires adherence to ASM Global's safety and food handling policies and an ability to perform under pressure while maintaining high standards of quality and sanitation.
As a Cook at the Shreveport Convention Center, you will be responsible for preparing both hot and cold food items according to standardized recipes for events and banquets of various sizes. The role demands a strong understanding of food safety protocols including proper handling, storage, and sanitation practices to comply with Health Department and ServSafe regulations. You will be expected to uphold ASM's strict grooming and uniform standards and contribute positively as a team player who can efficiently multitask and problem-solve.
Working hours for this part-time, hourly non-exempt position are scheduled on an on-call basis depending on event requirements, including daytime, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Candidates must have reliable transportation and the flexibility to work irregular hours as dictated by the facility's event calendar. The work environment is dynamic, requiring physical stamina for standing long periods, lifting moderate weight, and maintaining alertness to ensure safety and quality throughout.
This part-time Cook role at ASM Global’s Shreveport Convention Center is ideal for individuals with at least three years of experience in high-volume, multi-purpose culinary operations or those with equivalent education and experience. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent customer service skills, the ability to follow complex instructions, and a keen attention to detail. They must also pass a background check and comply with safety regulations including the wearing of non-slip shoes.
The Shreveport Convention Center prides itself on fostering a supportive work environment where team collaboration and professionalism are highly valued. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop your culinary skills and contribute to large-scale events that serve diverse audiences in a vibrant public assembly setting. ASM Global’s commitment to equal opportunity employment encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
The Shreveport Convention Center is seeking a part-time Cook to join its Food & Beverage department, reporting directly to the Executive Chef and Sous Chef. This role offers an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals looking to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment within a prominent public assembly facility. The position requires adherence to ASM Global's safety and food handling policies and an ability to perform under pressure while maintaining high standards of quality and sanitation.
As a Cook at the Shreveport Convention Center, you will be responsible for preparing both hot and cold food items according to standardized recipes for events and banquets of various sizes. The role demands a strong understanding of food safety protocols including proper handling, storage, and sanitation practices to comply with Health Department and ServSafe regulations. You will be expected to uphold ASM's strict grooming and uniform standards and contribute positively as a team player who can efficiently multitask and problem-solve.
Working hours for this part-time, hourly non-exempt position are scheduled on an on-call basis depending on event requirements, including daytime, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Candidates must have reliable transportation and the flexibility to work irregular hours as dictated by the facility's event calendar. The work environment is dynamic, requiring physical stamina for standing long periods, lifting moderate weight, and maintaining alertness to ensure safety and quality throughout.
This part-time Cook role at ASM Global’s Shreveport Convention Center is ideal for individuals with at least three years of experience in high-volume, multi-purpose culinary operations or those with equivalent education and experience. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent customer service skills, the ability to follow complex instructions, and a keen attention to detail. They must also pass a background check and comply with safety regulations including the wearing of non-slip shoes.
The Shreveport Convention Center prides itself on fostering a supportive work environment where team collaboration and professionalism are highly valued. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop your culinary skills and contribute to large-scale events that serve diverse audiences in a vibrant public assembly setting. ASM Global’s commitment to equal opportunity employment encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Job Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED
- 3 plus years in a multi-purpose, high volume operation
- Or similar combination of education and experience
- Ability to read signs and follow simple oral and written instructions
- Excellent customer service skills
- Must be able to pass a background check and meet corporate minimum requirements
- Ability to read and interpret recipes and prep list
- Intermediate knife and cooking skills
- Must have attention to details
- Must be compliant with Health Codes
- Must pass background check
- Non-slip shoes required
- Ability to work long and irregular hours that may vary due to functions and may include day, evening, weekend and holiday shifts
- Must have reliable transportation and be able to report to work as scheduled
Job Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Ability to read signs and follow simple oral and written instructions
- Excellent customer service skills
- Must be able to pass a background check and meet corporate minimum requirements
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED
- 3 plus years in a multi-purpose, high volume operation
- Or similar combination of education and experience
- Ability to read and interpret recipes and prep list
- Ability to create recipes and use culinary knowledge to enhance the kitchen menus
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
- Intermediate knife and cooking skills
- Creates and supports a team environment
- Work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule and produce accurate results for multiple projects in a fast-paced setting
- Must have attention to details
- Must be able to adapt to change in the work environment, managing, competing demands, frequent changes, delays or unexpected events
- Must have a pleasant personality and adhere to Uniform Standards policy
- Maintain an effective and professional working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons, tenants and others encountered in the course of employment
- Work according to established standards and procedures set by ASM Global leaders
- Ability to work long and irregular hours that may vary due to functions and may include day, evening, weekend and holiday shifts
- Must be compliant with Health Codes
- Must pass background check
- Non-slip shoes required
Job Duties
- Must have positive attitude
- Reports to work in proper uniform according to the scheduled time
- Follows instructions for each event as given by the Executive Chef and Sous Chef
- Must be a team player and a problem solver
- Strong understanding and knowledge of food safety, sanitations and food handling procedures
- Must be able to take direction, to multitask, then following through and completing each task given
- Must have the ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
- Maintains proper grooming and dress code standards
- Attention to detail is a must
- Ability to lift carefully items of moderate weight and size
- Maintains safe working conditions and sanitary work area
- Adhere to Health Department and ServSafe regulations
- Prepares hot and cold food to order per standardized recipes
- Prepares food items for banquet orders and large groups
- Provides highest quality service to guests and co-workers at all times
- Follows proper food handling techniques and coordinates the use of time, material and equipment to avoid waste and unnecessary expense
- Assists with opening and closing inventory counts
- Store and properly handle raw and cooked foods and non-food supplies
- Follows temperature danger zone guidelines to ensure food safety
- Maintains a sanitizer bucket at proper dilution at all times
- Ensures all products are properly wrapped, labeled and dated
- Practices FIFO, (first in, first out), for all products to ensure proper rotation
- Operate equipment, (knives, grill, flat top, fryer, etc.), according to use and safety instructions
- Cook the exact number of items ordered by each customer, working on several different orders simultaneously
- Distributes food to concession cashier/attendant to serve to customers
- Requests inventory refills as needed on a timely basis to ensure adequate supply is always available for guest requests
- Keeps work area clean, organized and sanitary
- Cleans and organizes workstation at end of shift to ensure safety guidelines are maintained and the stand is ready for the next shift
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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