Paramount Events - Full Service Catering Cook

Description Paramount Events is looking for a skilled and dependable Full Service Catering Cook to join our culinary team. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen and takes pride in producing high-quality food for a variety of catered events. We’re looking for a team player with strong culinary fundamentals, attention to detail, and the flexibility to support an ever-changing event schedule.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Produce a variety of savory items for the catering department, with an emphasis on accuracy and consistency Note when product is needed, and sharing with PE Sous Chefs and/or PE Chef de Cuisines Note of any changes, edits and/or discrepancies between production lists and event paperwork Uphold sanitation and food safety standards, maintaining clean and tidy work areas Ensure all food safety measures are followed: proper cooling and storage of prepared foods, proper handling of all “Ready to Eat” foods, proper thawing, and heating methods.

Ensure all opening/closing duties are being met correctly and consistently Ensure all kitchen equipment is being handled properly when in use and stored properly when not in use, note when equipment/items are not functioning Requirements Food Handlers and Allergens certifications 2+ years of related experience, preferably in a high-volume setting Precise knife skills and basic culinary knowledge, ability to braise, saute, and grill items to specifications Ability to speak, read, and write in English Ability to read and follow recipes Effectively prioritize tasks while demonstrating good time management Work well both independently and as part of a team Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time and lift at least 40 pounds Flexible schedule, weekends required Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(K) after 1 year of employment PTO and sick leave Daily meal provided Free Parking