Cook (Part-Time)

Prepares and serves high-quality meals using a variety of cooking methods and techniques, primarily supporting the dining services kitchen while also assisting with concessions and catering production as needed. It ensures consistency, quality, and presentation across all JRTC food outlets by following production guidelines, standardised recipes, and food safety standards. The position works within the Food & Beverage department and collaborates with the Chef Manager on duty and Food & Beverage leadership.

• Prepare and cook meals according to JRTC recipes, ensuring quality, portioning, presentation, and garnish standards are met.
• Support food production across dining services, concessions, and catering operations as assigned.
• Set up and maintain workstations with required ingredients, tools, and cooking equipment, keeping them clean, sanitised, and organised throughout each shift.
• Check ingredient quality and prepare them for use, including washing, chopping, peeling, slicing, and cutting proteins.
• Cook food using a variety of methods and equipment, including flat tops, grills, broilers, steamers, ovens, fryers, smokers, and outdoor grills across stadium, concessions, and outdoor event venues.
• Monitor food temperatures during preparation and cooking, adjusting as needed to ensure food safety.
• Complete prep lists and production tasks assigned by the Chef Manager on duty, following standardised recipes and measuring and portioning ingredients accurately.
• Label, rotate, and store all food and ingredients properly, following FIFO practices.
• Maintain organisation and cleanliness in designated storage areas, including freezers, reach-ins, and walk-ins, and check and record temperature logs daily.
• Assist with other Food & Beverage tasks as needed, including food prep, line service, dishwashing, dining room operations, and event support, and perform additional responsibilities assigned by Food & Beverage leadership.

• At least one year of cooking experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid food handler certification.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical stamina and mobility, including the ability to reach, kneel, bend, and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with guests, co-workers, and managers.
• Time management and critical thinking skills, with the ability to follow directions and adapt to changing demands.
• Ability to safely operate commercial kitchen equipment.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Institutional, catering, or high-volume kitchen experience.

• Jackie Robinson Training Complex (JRTC), Vero Beach, Florida.
• Food & Beverage department.
• Work across multiple venues, including stadium, concessions, and outdoor events.

• Discounts on MLB and JRTC merchandise.
• Complimentary or discounted tickets to special events at JRTC.
• JRTC Employee & Family appreciation events.

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