Concession Event Cook

Title Concession Event Cook Hourly Wage $18.00

Summary/Objective Concession Event Cooks will be responsible for cooking in a fast-paced working environment for UMD Hockey games that take place on Friday and Saturday evenings, as well as other DECC events that take place throughout the year.

Schedule The Concession Event Cook position is a part-time position in our Concessions Department. The position is a weekend/evening event-based cooking position. Shifts per week will vary based on DECC event needs, availability for UMD Men’s Hockey games are essential. Shifts are flexible, and other shift opportunities will be available as needed.

Requirements and Competencies At least one year of cooking or prep cook experience.

Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.

Basic understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.

Ability to move quickly to different areas within the facility

Ability to function well in a high paced and at times stressful environments.

Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.

Works well in a team-oriented environment.

Able to adapt and deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.

Respond courteously and promptly to customer needs.

Ability to resolve problems and facilitate difficult situations as needed.

Observes safety and security procedures.

Preferred

Education and Experience Food Service experience

Essential Functions – Event Cook Prepare concession food items while maintaining the highest food quality and safety standards. Examples:
Pizzas, Burgers, Fried Foods, Hot Sandwiches, etc.

Preparing food leading to rush times while being mindful of not overcooking and not having lots of waste.

Responsible for quality and quantity of production of hot and colds foods with proper rotation practices.

Operate large-volume cooking equipment, such as grills, fryers, flat tops, ovens, and pizza ovens.

Multitasking between several different cooking tasks at once while keeping the hot holding window full and organized.

Assist Concessions Operations Manager and FOH Concessions Manager with food production as needed.

Maintain clean work areas including dishwashing, equipment cleaning, and assigned cleaning projects by the Concessions Operations Manager.

Report any maintenance problems or other problem areas to the supervisor as they occur.

Work positively and efficiently as a team to complete tasks.

Additional duties as assigned.

Uniform Event CookA DECC t-shirt will be provided by the DECC. Jeans (no holes) and proper sneakers preferable non-slip/closed toe shoes are acceptable.

Work Environment The majority of work will be performed indoors; some events will be held outdoors in different seasons. Many of the work areas will fluctuate from moderate to loud noise levels. The temperature in the work areas can fluctuate from extremely hot and humid (80-90 degrees) to cold, such as outdoor winter weather in freezing temperatures.

Physical Demands This position will require someone that is able to stand on their feet for many hours at a time, moving quickly to different places in the facility based on event needs. Often, multiple events are taking place at the same time, and there will be a lot of walking to the different event spaces. The employee will need to use their hands frequently, and be able to see, hear, and speak often.

This position will require bending and maneuvering, and the ability to move and lift to 50 pounds itional Eligibility Requirements Must be 16 years of age or older.

Successful completion of reference checks.

Successful completion of a background check.

Successful completion of a drug test, if applicable.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements The DECC uses USCIS Form I-9 to verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment. On the form, an employee must attest to his or her employment authorization. The employee is required to present the DECC with acceptable documents evidencing identity and employment authorization at the time of hire. The DECC will examine the employment eligibility and identity…