What are the responsibilities and job description for the Banquet Cook position at Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel & Trade Center?
Banquet Prep Cook Responsibilities:
- Food Preparation: As a prep cook, you’ll be responsible for preparing ingredients and ensuring they are ready for cooking during banquets.
- Assisting the Chef: You’ll work closely with the head chef following instructions and contributing to the overall success of the event.
- Organizing and Labeling: Part of your role involves organizing food items, labeling containers, and maintaining a clean and organized workstation.
- Sanitation and Safety: You’ll adhere to food safety guidelines, maintain a sanitary environment, and handle perishable items appropriately.
- Equipment Proficiency: Familiarize yourself with kitchen equipment such as broilers, steamers, grills, and fryers.
- Taste Testing: Before serving, taste and evaluate foods to ensure they meet quality standards.
- Ingredient Selection: Visually inspect and select ideal food items for preparation.
- Following Recipes: Prepare food items according to established recipes and menu plans.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Food Safety: Hold a food handler’s card and understand safety regulations for handling food.
- Flexibility: Be available for various shifts, including weekends and holidays a must.
- Experience: Ideally, you should have at least one year of food preparation experience.
- Storage Techniques: Properly store dry goods and refrigerated items, preventing food waste.
- 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
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Hotel Discounts For – You, Your Friends & Your Family