Full Time Event Prep Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $20.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

401(k)
flexible schedule
Health Insurance

Job Description

Martha's Catering is a well-established and rapidly expanding catering company based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Known for delivering high-quality culinary experiences for a diverse range of events, Martha's Catering prides itself on exceptional food preparation, meticulous event execution, and outstanding customer service. With a firm commitment to culinary excellence and innovation, the company has earned a solid reputation as a premier catering provider in the local area. Martha's Catering places a strong emphasis on teamwork, creativity, and professionalism, fostering an environment where employees can thrive and grow as part of an exciting and dynamic culinary team.

We are currently seeking a dedicated Culinary Team Member to join our fast-paced kitchen operations. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage of $20.00 and requires an individual who is passionate about food preparation and enjoys working in a collaborative catering environment. The successful candidate will play a vital role in preparing food items according to specific event menus and recipes while adhering to strict event timelines. This role involves close coordination with event staff, ensuring all food items are properly loaded, transported, and served at various event locations to meet the highest standards of quality and presentation.

In this role, you will be expected to contribute your culinary skills and kitchen experience, ideally with at least two years in a similar position, specifically within a catering environment. A solid understanding of health and safety regulations relating to food preparation is essential. The ability to work effectively in a team while maintaining a positive attitude and upholding Martha's Catering's guidelines and procedures is critical for success. Candidates must be willing to work weekends and adapt to flexible schedules, including day and night shifts.

Our kitchen is located in Grand Rapids, MI, and requires physical presence on site. Employees are not simply looking for a job but are seeking a career opportunity that is rewarding, challenging, and growth-oriented. Martha's Catering invests in its employees by providing stimulating work experiences and a supportive atmosphere. If you have a passion for culinary arts and catering services, and if you have the drive to contribute to an extraordinary team, we encourage you to apply by submitting your resume and cover letter.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum age 21 years
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • Reliable transportation
  • Willingness to work weekends
  • Ability to work flexible schedules including day and night shifts
  • Physical presence required at kitchen in Grand Rapids, MI

Job Qualifications

  • At least two years of kitchen experience
  • Knowledge of health and safety requirements pertaining to food preparation
  • Ability to work within a team environment
  • Positive attitude and strong communication skills
  • Experience in a catering environment preferred

Job Duties

  • Prepare food items according to specified event menu, recipes, and total guest count and follow a strict event timeline
  • Communicate and coordinate with Event Staff to ensure knowledge of menu, proper loading and delivery of all food items to event location, and facilitate the proper finishing of menu items at the event
  • Work within a team environment while consistently projecting a positive attitude
  • Embrace and enforce Martha's Catering guidelines and procedures
  • Make quick, intelligent decisions in a fast-paced kitchen setting

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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