Private Residence Cook JobLos Angeles, CA
Why You'll Love This Job
We're seeking a detail-oriented culinary professional to join our private estate culinary team as a private residence support cook. You'll prepare and cook high-quality dishes, execute menus for fine dining, casual, and special events, and maintain culinary standards and plating. Responsibilities include grocery shopping, meal prep, assisting with events, and supporting multi-property operations in Beverly Hills, Pacific Palisades, and Malibu. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of cooking experience, strong culinary technique, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. We offer competitive compensation, a dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
Responsibilities
Follow directions to prep for, execute, and assemble items to be served.
Set up station according to the Sparrow Manager’s standards and guidelines.
Estimate preparation requirements and procure food from storage.
Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes.
Ensure the presentation of food and plating reflects the standards set forth by the Sparrow Manager.
Execute service in a variety of dining styles including but not limited to a la carte service and fixed menu private event and banquet service.
Maintain updated knowledge of all food menus and selections, including unique ingredients.
Maintain cleanliness of service areas and ensure the work area is well organized and properly stocked.
Efficiently complete opening and closing side work duties per shift according to standard as assigned.
Develop and maintain positive communication and teamwork with all co-workers and Supervisors.
Perform all work while adhering to safety policies and standards.
Adhere to all company and client policies and procedures.
Attend required staff meetings.
Perform grocery shopping, meal prep and be available for misc. events.
Assist culinary team at multi-property, Beverly Hills, Pacific Palisades and Malibu
Perform any other responsibilities as assigned.
SCHEDULE: 10am-6pm, daily, Monday-Friday [in general], must be open to work evenings, weekends, and holidays for special events
Skills & Qualifications
Multitask, organize and prioritize tasks on an hourly and daily basis.
Work well with others in a team environment.
Perform job duties with attention to detail, speed and efficiency.
Follow directions effectively.
- Maintain confidentiality of client information.
Required Education and Work Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Two year minimum related experience required as a cook
Work Environment: Work performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment, at room temperature
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; and taste or smell. The team member must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.