Kitchen Prep Cook $18+/hr

Omaha, NE, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $18.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

flexible schedule

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Training and Development

meal benefits

Job Description

Our client is a premier food and beverage operation known for delivering exceptional culinary experiences in a fast-paced environment, such as arenas and concession venues. Specializing in preparing high-quality food items, this company has earned a strong reputation for its commitment to food safety, cleanliness, and superior customer service. With a focus on maintaining rigorous health and safety standards, the establishment supports its employees with the necessary tools and protocols to perform their duties efficiently and safely.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Food Preparation and Cooking Staff member to join our dynamic kitchen team. This role is critical in ensuring the seamless and timely preparation of meals to fulfill banquet event orders (BEOs) and various service requests across departments. The ideal candidate will have a background in concessions, arena, or restaurant kitchen environments, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. This position requires an individual who thrives under pressure, adapts quickly to changing circumstances, and collaborates effectively with team members. The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing grilled and fried foods, breaking down workstations, and maintaining cleanliness in compliance with Health Department regulations. Flexibility in work hours, including the willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays, is essential for this role. This is a full-time position with competitive compensation, offering opportunities for growth in a fast-moving and vibrant culinary setting.

Job Requirements

Experience in concessions, arena or restaurant kitchen required
General food safety practices
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays
Physical capability to lift and maneuver up to 30 lbs to the waist
Manual dexterity required to work with food and utensils
Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environment
Ability to maintain cleanliness and safety standards

Job Qualifications

Experience in concessions, arena or restaurant kitchen
Knowledge of general food safety practices
Ability to maintain standards of cleanliness
Ability to keep work areas free of accidents by following outlined kitchen procedures and abiding by required local health code
Ability to work with other staff members in the facility
Ability to undertake and complete multiple tasks
Ability to prepare grilled or fried food and maintain a quality product
Attention to detail

Job Duties

Fulfilling BEOs and other service requests from each department timely and accurately
Preparing and cooking food as needed using grills, fryer, knives, etc
Preps all necessary food item for the daily service as directed
Production of high-quality food with excellent taste and follows presentation standards
Break down stations, store all food properly, cleans work areas and equipment in accordance with Health Department standards
Must be able to work and maintain standards in a fast-paced environment
Must take direction well and work individually and as a team
Maintain clean safe working environment
Other assigned duties as required to support the Food & Beverage operation