Banquet Prep Cook

1. Food Preparation: As a prep cook, you’ll be responsible for preparing ingredients and ensuring they are ready for cooking during banquets.
2. Assisting the Chef: You’ll work closely with the head chef following instructions and contributing to the overall success of the event.
3. Organizing and Labeling: Part of your role involves organizing food items, labeling containers, and maintaining a clean and organized work station.
4. Sanitation and Safety: You’ll adhere to food safety guidelines, maintain a sanitary environment, and handle perishable items appropriately.
5. Equipment Proficiency: Familiarize yourself with kitchen equipment such as broilers, steamers, grills, and fryers.
6. Taste Testing: Before serving, taste and evaluate foods to ensure they meet quality standards.
7. Ingredient Selection: Visually inspect and select ideal food items for preparation.
8. Following Recipes: Prepare food items according to established recipes and menu plans.

Qualifications and Skills:

1. Food Safety: Hold a food handler’s card and understand safety regulations for handling food.
2. Flexibility: Be available for various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
3. Experience: Ideally, you should have at least one year of food preparation experience.
4. Storage Techniques: Properly store dry goods and refrigerated items, preventing food waste.
5. Positive Attitude: Create a positive environment while efficiently meeting customer needs.

Benefits:

We offer our eligible Associates a number of benefits to enhance their health and well-being:

• Group insurance including dental and vision
• Paid time off including vacation days, sick days and holidays
• Referral Bonus
• Hotel Discounts for You, Your Family & Your Friends