The Role
What You'll Do
- Prepare food for no less than 350 guests per service following recipes and portion guidelines set by the Executive Chef and Sous Chef
- Maintain an organized and efficient workstation during service, ensuring timely preparation and plating of dishes
- Assist with food prep tasks, such as chopping, marinating, and portioning ingredients, to support daily operations
- Monitor food quality and presentation, adhering to Veeva standards for taste, temperature, and visual appeal
- Uphold and adhere to food safety and sanitation practices, including proper storage, rotation (FIFO), and cleaning of equipment and work areas
- Support for meetings and events, including setup, execution, and breakdown of service
- Assist with inventory checks, receiving deliveries, and restocking supplies as needed
- Maintain production facility equipment, reporting any issues to leadership for prompt resolution
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of experience as a line cook or in a similar production facility role
- Must hold current certification (ServSafe, Food Handlers Card)
- Ability to carry large heavy items unassisted (up to 50 lbs.)
- Ability to stand for long periods of time – up to 10 hours a day
- Ability to perform frequent bending, stooping, and lifting of objects
Nice to Have
- Culinary certificate or degree from an accredited program
- 3+ years of experience in corporate dining, restaurants, or high-volume kitchens
- Proficiency with production facility equipment (e.g., grills, ovens, knives) and cooking techniques
- Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices (e.g., ServSafe or equivalent)
- Experience with diverse cuisines and accommodating dietary restrictions (e.g., vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free)
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office)
- Excellent communication skills for coordinating with production facility and service staff
Interviewing with Veeva
We value your time and believe in a transparent hiring process. Here is the process you can expect.
- Follow the application process and submit your resume.
- Within 3 days, you will receive a link to a personality assessment administered by a third party.
- Once you complete the assessment, our team will review your full application package and follow up via email with our decision.
- If moving to the interview stage, the process is as follows:
- A conversation with the hiring manager
- A practical case exercise
- A final conversation with our group's Senior Leader.
- Once all interviews are complete, the manager will be in touch with a final decision.
Perks & Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
- Flexible PTO and company paid holidays
- Retirement programs
- 1% charitable giving program
Compensation
- Base pay: $28 - $30 Hourly
- The salary range listed here has been provided to comply with local regulations and represents a potential base salary range for this role. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range above or below, depending on experience and location. We look at compensation for each individual and base our offer on your unique qualifications, experience, and expected contributions. This position may also be eligible for other types of compensation in addition to base salary, such as variable bonus and/or stock bonus.