Banquet Cook Part Time

About the role

The Banquet Cook is responsible for safely preparing food items, following menu specifications and recipes, and providing service to all guests.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product to the guest
• Operates kitchen equipment, including slicers, steamers, deep fryers, ovens, broilers, grills, mixers, kettles, and griddles
• Utilizes reading and math skills to follow recipe specifications and measurements
• Actively participates with other kitchen staff and to cook, prepare, dish, and assemble all menu items
• Verifies that all sanitation and nutrition practices are maintained
• Performs general upkeep and cleaning duties, such as mopping floors, wiping countertops, cleaning food prep areas, etc.
• Creates compound sauces and derivatives of the mother sauces
• Verifies that all portion sizes, quality standards, departmental rules, policies, and procedures are adhered to
• Prepare written food requisition for supplies and food items for production in the workstation and inventory purposes
• Maintains knowledge of all kitchen equipment operation, including tear down, cleaning, and maintenance
• Completes preparation records and stores food items properly at close of meal service
• Ensures the safety and security of staff and guests

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and thorough with strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment as part of a team
• Basic to advanced knowledge of kitchen sanitation and regulations for workplace safety
• Basic to advanced knowledge of food handling techniques, preparation, cooking procedures, and culinary terminology

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred
• One year of experience in a professional kitchen
• Additional years of experience required for upper-level cooks
• Additional culinary classes or certifications required for upper-level cooks

Skills

None specified in the job posting.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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