Brand: Trail Blazers
Category: Basketball Operations
Department: Health & Performance
Job Type: Part-Time Fixed
Date Posted: Sep 11, 2024
Description
Become a part of the team behind the team. As employees of the Portland Trail Blazers, we do more than basketball. We are blazing trails toward winning championships on and off the court. As such, we are in search of a Blazers NutritionPrep Cook who will support our Sous Chef and collaborate with the entire Nutrition Staff. In this role, you will have a hands-on opportunity to feed high-caliber professional athletes. As a Prep Cook, you are responsible for preparing food items according to the recipes and standards set by the nutrition department. You will work under the guidance of the Executive Chef and Sous Chef and are responsible for preparing food items for various stations in the kitchen. To succeed in this position, you must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and quickly identify and act on job duties. You should also be a team player who can thrive in a dynamic workplace and challenge yourself to grow at a high level, while maintaining attention to detail. This role is part-time, with an average of 25-28 hours per week, located in Tualatin, Oregon. It is a seasonal position starting on September 30th and lasting through the end of the NBA season, pending playoffs. DAY-TO-DAY:- Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes
- Cut, chop and prepare vegetables, meat, and other ingredients
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and work areas
- Store ingredients and food items in proper containers and at appropriate temperatures
- Assist the chef or cook in preparing meals
- Ensure that all ingredients are properly labeled and dated
- Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
WE’D LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE:
- Degree in culinary arts or a related field
- Several years of professional kitchen experience
- Strong leadership and management abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to maintaining high food quality and safety standards.
- ServSafe Manager permit (required within 30 days of hire)
- Highly adaptable, with excellent communication skills that reinforce working effectively in a diverse environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Workspace
- Superior time management and multitasking skills with minimal supervision
- Strong problem-identification and problem-resolution skills
- Can work flexible hours to accommodate business requirements, including evening and weekend work schedules.
SOME NECESSARY SKILLS:
- Extreme Organization
- Teamwork
- Effective Communication – Verbal and Nonverbal
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Situational Awareness
- Utmost Professionalism
- Time Management
- Coachability
- Pursuit of Daily Excellence and Daily Improvement
Offers of employment are conditional upon the successful results of an individual background check. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories and review results on an individual basis.The Portland Trail Blazers at Rose Quarter embraces diversity and inclusion. We celebrate individual expression and uniqueness on our campus. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination. We are committed to hiring individuals that reflect the community we serve without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. We are an equal-opportunity employer.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.PERKS:We invest in our employees inside and outside of work. Our benefits package for full-time teammates includes:
- Compensation: $22 - $27 per hour
- Competitive Healthcare Coverage
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Maternal & Parental Leave
- Flexible Time Off (3 weeks + 11 holidays)
- Wellness Perks
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking + Discounted Mass Transit Passes
- Discounted & Complimentary Tickets
- Ongoing Learning & Development
- Daily Free Lunch
