Culinary Specialist

4 days ago


New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Fair Grounds Full time
Culinary Specialist

At Fair Grounds, we are seeking a skilled Culinary Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our culinary staff, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality food to our guests. Your attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment will be essential in ensuring the success of our dining operations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Cut and prepare vegetables, fruits, meats, soups, sauces, and desserts according to recipes and presentation guidelines.
  • Operate various kitchen equipment, including sauté stations, broilers, fryers, and pizza ovens.
  • Expedite the line by accurately reading and calling tickets, ensuring timely delivery of food to our guests.
  • Control portion sizes and prepare food daily to meet par levels.
  • Organize and maintain the cooks' line, including shelves, freezers, and refrigerators.
  • Alert the Executive Chef to potential food hazards, spoilage, and preventable waste.
  • Ensure that food is held, reheated, and frozen at the correct temperatures.
  • Rotate and mark all perishable and non-perishable foods using the First-In, First-Out method.

Requirements:
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to work in a high-volume environment.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work overtime and flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common documentation.
  • Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from team members, regulatory agencies, or staff members.
  • Ability to write and present information to management in a clear and concise manner.
  • Ability to perform normal mathematical computations.

Physical Demands:
  • Constant wrist motion, sitting, hearing, and eye-hand coordination.
  • Frequent speaking, reading, writing, standing, walking, bending, and stooping.
  • Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.

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