Cook
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Restaurant/Food Service
Food & Beverage, Catering
Position
Cook
DepartmentFood & Beverage
Reports ToExecutive Chef & Sous Chef
Employment TypePart‑Time / On‑Call
SummaryASM Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an immediate opening for a Part‑time Cook at the Shreveport Convention Center/Municipal Auditorium in Shreveport, Louisiana. Under the direction of the Executive Chef and Sous Chef, the Cook will support event staff, prepare hot and cold food to order, and maintain quality and safety standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Maintain a positive attitude and work as a team player.
- Adhere to proper uniform, grooming, and dress code standards.
- Follow instructions for each event as given by the Executive Chef and Sous Chef.
- Apply Food Safety, sanitation and food‐handling procedures; comply with Health Department and Serv Safe regulations.
- Prepare hot and cold food according to standardized recipes; cook the exact number of items ordered.
- Prepare banquet orders and large group meals; coordinate use of time, material and equipment to avoid waste.
- Assist with opening and closing inventory counts; request inventory refills timely.
- Store and handle raw and cooked foods, ensuring proper labeling, dating, FIFO rotation, and sanitizer dilution.
- Operate cooking equipment safely (knives, grill, flat top, fryer, etc.).
- Clear and maintain a clean, organized, sanitary workstation; hand over equipment to concession staff as needed.
- Work calmly and effectively under pressure; multitask and meet tight deadlines.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNo supervisory responsibilities.
Working Conditions- Work hours scheduled based on facility needs; part‑time on‑call scheduling with no guaranteed weekly hours.
- Must have reliable transportation and be able to report as scheduled.
- Will work long, irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules.
- Non‑slip shoes required.
- 18 years of age or older.
- Ability to read signs and follow simple oral and written instructions.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Background check clearance and meet corporate minimum requirements.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- At least 3 years in a multi‑purpose, high‑volume kitchen or similar.
- Read and interpret recipes, prep lists and safety instructions.
- Intermediate knife and cooking skills; capability to create recipes.
- Work effectively under pressure and consistent standards.
- Attention to detail and ability to adapt to changing work demands.
- Professional teamwork and adherence to uniform policy.
- Willingness to work long, irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
- Compliance with health codes.
- Background check clearance.
- Non‑slip shoes required.
No computer skills required.
Physical DemandsMust move around the facility, stand for long hours and perform tasks such as stooping, lifting, pushing, and pulling. Requires substantial walking and standing.
ApplicationTo apply, please visit
Contact:
Tracey James, Human Resource Manager, Shreveport Convention Center, 400 Caddo St, Shreveport, LA 71101. Phone: 318‑841‑4243 for accommodations.
ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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