Culinary Cook

Trail Drive Management Corporation Properties:

Trail Drive Management Corp. (TDMC) is a not-for-profit venue management company in Fort Worth, Texas. TDMC manages all aspects of venue management, including but not limited to event booking, event management, marketing, IT, technical services, food & beverage, parking, security, housekeeping, changeover, maintenance, and more. TDMC manages several venues in Fort Worth, TX.

Job Summary:

Trail Drive Management Corp (TDMC) is looking for a part-time Culinary Cook. This position is responsible for supporting kitchen operations by assisting Chefs and other kitchen staff. The Culinary Cook will operate in their respective areas and maintain food quality standards set by the Chef Team and Supervisors. Daily execution of event operation plans.

Essential Job Functions:

• Partner with the TDMC Food and Beverage department leadership team to ensure a successful arena F&B operation
• Assist with the enforcement of TDMC policies
• Support the concept development and overall operating plan establishment for all food and beverage areas as it pertains to concessions options and business needs
• Ensure consistent execution of all recipes
• Maintain proper par levels.
• Responsible for executing consistent food quality and presentation
• Engage with venue guests, as well as team members to ensure exceptional hospitality is always received
• Build and maintain strong relationships with venue staff, guests
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be a minimum of 17 years of age.
• Working knowledge of state and local health code requirements
• Prior experience in food service.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food with a focus on quality
• A working knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including – nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to communicate effectively with management, guests, and team members.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

Working Conditions:

• Employees will work in an environment with fluctuating temperatures.
• Employees must have the ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Employees will regularly spend their shift standing/walking, traveling stairs, with limited to no sitting.
• Employees may be exposed to high noise levels and/or fluctuating lights in event settings.
• Employees may be exposed to sharp objects, machines with moving parts, heat from ovens, burners, steam, trays, etc.
• Employees must have the ability to reach, lift, and bend to perform job duties throughout the shift.

Other Duties:

• This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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