Prep Cook

Posted:
9/12/2025, 7:37:29 AM

Location(s):
California, United States ⋅ Long Beach, California, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

Job Title: Prep Cook
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports To: Executive Chef / Sous Chef
Hourly Rate: $23.75 per hour

Location: Long Beach, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
 

Legends Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for a Prep Cook at the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center. This position is responsible for preparing food items in the kitchen and/or concessions, following food safety standards, and supporting the food service operations for the facility.

Please note that Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center Food and Beverage employees are covered by a collective bargaining agreement with Unite Here Local 11, and union membership is a condition of employment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Set up stations and gather all necessary supplies to prepare the menu for service.
  • Properly label and date food items for storage.
  • Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products to ensure smooth service during events.
  • Consistently follow standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
  • Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
  • Perform opening, side, and closing duties according to specified standards.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area at all times.
  • Assist with cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the Executive Chef or Sous Chef.
  • Ensure all storage areas are tidy and products are stored appropriately.
  • Practice safe and hygienic food handling at all times.
  • Return dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas.
  • Assist with other duties as assigned by the Executive Chef.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Must be 18 or older to apply. High school diploma or GED required.
  • Certifications: Must have current ServeSafe certification.
  • Experience: At least 1 year of experience in food service preparing meals.
  • Skills and Abilities:
    • Ability to produce quality food in a fast-paced environment.
    • Positive attitude with a customer service orientation.
    • Strong knowledge of sanitary practices.
    • Ability to maintain proper grooming and dress code standards.
    • Strong work ethic and ability to collaborate with other staff members.
    • Ability to handle multiple tasks with attention to detail.

Other Qualifications:

  • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Physical Demands:

  • Regularly required to stand and walk for long periods during events.
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. to waist height.
  • May require working inside or outside the building, as needed by events.
  • The position may involve exposure to loud sounds during events.
  • Requires stooping, lifting, and working with various kitchen equipment.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

To Apply:

Interested applicants can apply directly from this page by clicking APPLY. For those requiring reasonable accommodations to complete the application process, please contact Valentina Acedo at (562) 499-7579. All status updates will be provided through Workday, so please refrain from calling for updates.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and Protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.