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Event Based Prep Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $18.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
flexible schedule
Fast pay options

Job Description

Indeed Flex is a dynamic staffing platform renowned for connecting talented individuals with flexible job opportunities across various industries. Specializing in providing workforce solutions, Indeed Flex partners with numerous clients to offer temporary and event-based jobs that cater to diverse skill sets. In this particular opportunity, Indeed Flex is hiring Event Prep Cooks to work at clients' worksites throughout Dallas, TX, supporting a range of private events, including weddings, corporate functions, galas, and upscale celebrations. The company prides itself on offering flexible scheduling and fast pay options, creating an ideal work environment for cooks who seek versatility and variety in their culinary careers.

The role of an Event Prep Cook with Indeed Flex is designed for experienced professionals comfortable working in polished, fast-paced settings that demand speed, consistency, and high-quality food preparation. Candidates will be integral to delivering exceptional culinary experiences in elegant plated wedding services and high-volume buffet or banquet-style events. These positions offer an engaging balance between structured event service and dynamic kitchen activity, providing opportunities to develop and refine culinary skills in upscale event environments. With a competitive starting pay of $18.00 per hour, based on experience and event type, this role combines rewarding compensation with the flexibility to choose shifts that suit individual availability. Event Prep Cooks must demonstrate expertise in food preparation, knife skills, sanitation standards, and teamwork while maintaining a professional demeanor. Additional advantages of working with Indeed Flex include comprehensive benefits packages covering health, dental, vision, and disability insurance, alongside opportunities for same-day or next-day pay. This position supports career advancement within the hospitality and catering sectors and encourages bilingual candidates, particularly English and Spanish speakers, to apply. Given its focus on inclusivity and commitment to equal opportunity, Indeed Flex welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to join its innovative team in Dallas, Texas.

Job Requirements

  • 6 months of prep cook or banquet cook experience catering or event experience preferred
  • non-slip shoes and proper kitchen attire
  • knife skills
  • ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs
  • professional demeanor reliability and strong teamwork skills
  • bilingual English Spanish
  • food handlers card

Job Qualifications

  • 6 months of prep cook or banquet cook experience catering or event experience preferred
  • bilingual English Spanish
  • food handlers card
  • professional demeanor reliability and strong teamwork skills
  • knife skills

Job Duties

  • Prepare and execute menu items for private events including weddings and corporate functions
  • support plated service buffets and banquet-style meal execution
  • maintain strict food safety cleanliness and sanitation standards
  • keep stations organized stocked and ready for service
  • assist with prep breakdown and post-event cleanup

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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