Line Cook - Backstage Catering - Mystic Lake Amphitheater

Job Description

THE JOB

Live Nation is looking for enthusiastic and skilled Seasonal Line Cooks to join our backstage catering team at our vibrant amphitheater. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, unique environment, creating delicious meals for artists and crew. If you want to step away from the daily grind of a restaurant and immerse yourself in the excitement of live events, this position is perfect for you!

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO
• Food Preparation: Assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of diverse, seasonally-inspired dishes for dressing room meals, hospitality riders, and bus stock. Ensure all meals adhere to strict dietary requirements and nutritional standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chef to execute daily menus and maintain a smooth workflow in the kitchen. Foster teamwork and communication among kitchen staff.
• Sustainability Practices: Support the implementation of eco-friendly practices, including recycling, composting, and responsible ingredient sourcing. Aim for zero waste through effective preparation techniques.
• Kitchen Organization: Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following food safety and sanitation guidelines. Assist in inventory management and proper storage of ingredients.
• Adaptability: Be prepared to work long hours and handle the fast-paced demands of multiple shows each week during the busy season (late March through October). Flexibility and a positive attitude are essential.
• Food Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to health regulations and safety standards. Current food handler's card is required.

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING

Previous experience as a Line Cook or in a similar kitchen role, preferably in catering or event settings.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety standards.
• Current ServSafe or Food Handler's Card
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Passion for sustainability and local sourcing.
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment and maintain composure during busy service periods.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.

Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.

We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Live Nation will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Live Nation also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Live Nation will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis.

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The expected compensation for this position is:
$14.40 USD - $18.00 USD Hourly
** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.

Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-wp9pvk-216-73-216-42-42 in your application.