Catering Cook III Catering

Houston, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

III Catering is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Catering Cookto support our catering and events team. This role is responsible for preparing high-quality food for events ranging from small meetings to large-scale functions.This role supports daily production execution of event menus and maintenance of kitchen standards. The ideal candidate is consistent organized and able to work efficiently in both batch-production and à-la-minute contexts.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes portions and quality standards.
Maintain proper food safety standards including labeling dating storage and rotation.
Set up and break down stations for production and event execution.
Follow event BEOs and production sheets; communicate any shortages or concerns to a chef or party lead.
Operate kitchen equipment safely and correctly (ovens steamers tilt skillets slicers etc.).
Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas throughout the shift.
Support on-site catering execution as needed (finishing plating loading/unloading).
Perform other tasks assigned by Chef leadership to meet operational needs.

Qualifications

13 years of professional kitchen experience; catering or banquet experience preferred but not required.
Strong understanding of basic cooking techniques.
Ability to follow recipes and production plans with accuracy.
Able to lift 4050 lbs and stand for extended periods.
Current food handler certification (or ability to obtain).

Skills & Competencies

Reliable punctual and strong time management skills.
Solid communication with chefs peers and front-of-house teams.
Attention to detail and commitment to consistency.
Adaptable and flexible able to shift between tasks and adjust to event changes.
Team-oriented but capable of working independently.

Work Environment

Primarily back-of-house kitchen; occasional on-site event support.
Schedule may include early mornings evenings weekends and holidays depending on event demand.

Why Join III Catering

Be part of a professional team-driven environment
Work on a wide variety of events and menus
Opportunities to grow your skills in catering and high-volume production

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III Catering is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Catering Cookto support our catering and events team. This role is responsible for preparing high-quality food for events ranging from small meetings to large-scale functions.This role supports daily production execution of event menus and mai...

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes portions and quality standards.
Maintain proper food safety standards including labeling dating storage and rotation.
Set up and break down stations for production and event execution.
Follow event BEOs and production sheets; communicate any shortages or concerns to a chef or party lead.
Operate kitchen equipment safely and correctly (ovens steamers tilt skillets slicers etc.).
Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas throughout the shift.
Support on-site catering execution as needed (finishing plating loading/unloading).
Perform other tasks assigned by Chef leadership to meet operational needs.

Qualifications

13 years of professional kitchen experience; catering or banquet experience preferred but not required.
Strong understanding of basic cooking techniques.
Ability to follow recipes and production plans with accuracy.
Able to lift 4050 lbs and stand for extended periods.
Current food handler certification (or ability to obtain).

Skills & Competencies

Reliable punctual and strong time management skills.
Solid communication with chefs peers and front-of-house teams.
Attention to detail and commitment to consistency.
Adaptable and flexible able to shift between tasks and adjust to event changes.
Team-oriented but capable of working independently.

Work Environment

Primarily back-of-house kitchen; occasional on-site event support.
Schedule may include early mornings evenings weekends and holidays depending on event demand.

Why Join III Catering