Prep Cook
Core
Hands-on food preparation for events at the Knoxville Convention Center, supporting the Executive and Sous Chefs with recipe execution and production standards.
Role type
Prep Cook
Builds
Catered meals and event food for the Convention Center and concessions
Domain
Hospitality / Culinary Arts
Required skills
Volume production cooking, multi-ethnic cuisine techniques, protein cutting, sanitation standards, kitchen equipment operation, weight and measurement conversion, basic math for recipes
Preferred skills
Culinary degree, banquet/catering operations experience
Technologies
Ovens, stoves, grills, steamers, smokers, mixers, kettles, char-broilers
Responsibilities
Prepare meats, vegetables, starches, and desserts; maintain organized and sanitary workstations; label and date food items; organize storage rooms and freezers; minimize food waste; train seasonal staff; assist with plating and concessions cooking
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC