Cook/Catering for Functions

Position: Cook/Catering for Functions Company Name: VP Management Compensation: TBD Location: Charleston, WV

Description of the role:

Join our team at VP Management as a Cook/Catering Specialist for Functions. In this role, you will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills while delivering exceptional service for events and functions.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook food items in line with event requirements


• Organize catering arrangements for both small and large functions


• Ensure high-quality food presentation and service for all events

Requirements:

• Prior experience as a cook or catering specialist preferred


• Excellent organizational and time management skills


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package


• Career growth opportunities within VP Management

About the Company:

At VP Management, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch catering services to our clients. Join our team and be a part of an organization that values excellence and teamwork.

A food preparer/cook/catering associate is responsible for the food served to guests each day. Preparers oversee the setup and takedown of the buffet, as well as maintain the dining space, ensure food is available, and provide any other guest services. They help with seating, delivering food and drinks to guests, manage the buffet, and clean tables in between guests. Cooks are responsible for preparing guest meals and catering associates are responsible for working catered events with minimal supervision. 

Duties:

• Keep work area clean


• Keep all products stocked to ensure they are consistently available to all guests


• Throw out all outdated product


• Make sure coffee is fresh and kept full for the duration of your shift


• Make sure tables and chairs are kept clean during opening and at closing


• Sweep floor of dining area at closing


• Sweep and mop serving area at closing


• Wash and put away all dishes and utensils that were used


• Keep counters wiped down as you go


• Make sure all food is wrapped or sealed if not being used immediately


• Do table touches with the guests during meals to ensure they have received satisfactory service


• Wash your hands


• Wear gloves when handling food, or anything that involves food


• Take trash out when full and at the end of your shift


• Make sure that you can be available to be present for catering events even if outside of normal hours