Line/Prep Cook $18/hr - $19/hr (Cirque du Soleil Shows)

*Now Hiring: Experienced Line and Prep Cooks for Cirque du Soleil – Tysons, VA*Join our team for an exciting opportunity to work with *Cirque du Soleil’s “LUZIA”* production in *Tysons, VA*, a world-renowned Quebec-based organization known for delivering high-quality artistic entertainment.We’re currently hiring *experienced Cooks* to support our food & beverage operations on-site. This is a great opportunity for individuals with strong culinary backgrounds who are interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced event environment.*Position Details:** *Location:* Tysons, VA* *Show Dates:* August 26, 2025 – October 22, 2025* *Schedule:* Wednesday through Sunday (availability on these days is mandatory)* *Shifts:* AM and PM shifts available (flexibility required)*What We’re Looking For:** Recent and relevant *line or prep cook experience** Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen* Strong teamwork and communication skills* Punctuality, professionalism, and attention to detail*Interview Process:** Resume review – applicants must have recent experience as a line or station cook* Qualified candidates will be contacted by a *TSC Recruiter* to discuss the role in detail and review Cirque du Soleil’s standards and expectations.*Primary responsibility** Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces);* Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff;* Creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings;* Answer, report, and follow chef’s instructions;* Clean up station and take care of leftover food;* Stock inventory appropriately;* Ensure that food comes out in high quality and in a timely fashion;* Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards;* Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers;* Help oversee prep cook’s duties and tasks;*Requirements: ** Clear background check.* Minimum 2 years full-time experience at a high-volume restaurant or catering company as a chef-de-partie, demi-chef, or commis chef;* Must be willing to assist in putting away deliveries, organizing, and cleaning the kitchen;* Must be comfortable with menus that change daily, as well as cooking different cuisines;* Experience working in the grill and sauté section is essential;* Experience working in the larder section an advantage;* Must be willing to assist in any other cleaning tasks, including cleaning different kitchen equipment (ovens, hoods, etc.) as directed by the chefs;* Have access to their own knives and aprons;* Must have reliable transportation.* Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.*Physical Demands: ** This job may require extended periods of walking, standing, bending, lifting, twisting and kneeling for up to 8 hours.* May also lift up to 50lbs.*Uniform: ** Black shirt* Black pants or chef pants.* Black non-slip shoes w/black socksJob Types: Full-time, Part-time, TemporaryPay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hourShift:* Day shift* Evening shift* Night shiftApplication Question(s):* Are you available to work show dates: August 26, 2025 – October 22, 2025?Experience:* Line Cook: 2 years (Preferred)* Prep Cook: 2 years (Required)Language:* English (Required)Ability to Commute:* Tysons, VA 22102 (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-08-12