Prep Cook – Full-Time

About the role

The Hospitality and Private Events department of the Skirball Cultural Center is seeking a capable Line Cook to perform a wide variety of moderately difficult food preparation in a high‑volume institutional kitchen. This full‑time position reports to the Executive Chef and is covered by the UniteHere Local 11 collective bargaining agreement.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare regular hot, cold, and special‑diet foods according to prescribed menus, plans, and recipes.
• Operate broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Determine proper cooking times and temperatures and follow established schedules for cooking, baking, and sanitation.
• Clean and sanitize all food‑preparation equipment, ensuring safe and operable conditions.
• Perform custodial duties such as mopping floors, washing walls, and cleaning refrigerators.
• Track invoices and submit them to the supervisor.

Required profile

• Working knowledge of volume food preparation methods and sanitary practices.
• Physical ability to lift and carry heavy bowls and stand for most of the workday.
• Ability to read event orders accurately and pay close attention to detail.
• Friendly, professional interaction with team members.

Required skills

• Operation of broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment.
• Preparation of hot, cold, and special‑diet foods according to menus and recipes.
• Sanitation and cleaning of food‑preparation equipment and work areas.
• Knowledge of volume food preparation techniques.