Banquet Cook 1

Picture a shimmering oasis overlooking the Sonoran Desert and the McDowell mountains—Fairmont Scottsdale Princess offers luxury and world-class hospitality with over 300,000 square feet of meeting space. This award-winning meetings resort features 750 guest rooms, five award-winning restaurants, six sparkling heated pools, and a luxurious Well & Being Spa. The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess was recently recognized with the AAA Five Diamond rating for over 30 years, making it one of the longest-running AAA Five Diamond Resorts in the Americas.

What’s In It For You

• Employee discounts at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, local companies, and Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Free meals at our on-site employee restaurant
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Great Medical and Dental benefits, including two employer-funded medical plans, meaning $0 premium if you enroll in the employee-only tier
• 401K and Direct Deposit
• Career development opportunities within the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess and national promotion opportunities

Responsibilities

• Consistently offer professional, friendly, and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
• Prepare and service all food items for à la carte and/or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards
• Actively share ideas, opinions, and suggestions in daily shift briefings
• Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage
• Ensure storeroom requisitions are accurate
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features, and promotions
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures, and service standards
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Creative and passionate about food and customer service
• Adhere to Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Grooming Guidelines
• Previous experience in the Culinary field required in Garde Manger and Hot Kitchen in a 4 or 5 Diamond Hotel—Banquet kitchen
• Southwest Cooking knowledge
• Diploma or Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Must be able to work flexible shifts including AM, PM, evenings, and weekends

Benefits

• Employee discounts at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, local companies, and Accor worldwide
• Free meals at the on-site employee restaurant
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits, including two employer-funded medical plans with $0 premium for the employee-only tier
• 401K and Direct Deposit
• Learning and career development programs