Banquet Cook

Overview:
As a Banquet Cook, you’ll play a key role in delivering a delicious and meal to our groups and events. You’ll be responsible for preparing high-quality food in line with our established recipes and standards, all while keeping a clean and safe kitchen environment. Cook levels (I, II, and III) are based on skill and experience, with Cook I representing the most advanced level.

About Cote Family Companies: www.cotefamily.com

For over 100 years, this family-owned company has distinguished itself by providing unique, transformative experiences and exceptional memories. Our resorts provide an array of services including accommodations, golf, spa food & beverage, retail, equestrian and conference/event opportunities. Our camps provide transformational memories that our attendees carry with them forever. The Cote Family has invested in its current ventures and is poised for further growth.  

COTECares

CoteCares is our “Way of Life”. We believe in enriching the lives of those within our community and this inspires us to create transformative experiences and exceptional memories. 

Our associate journey begins and ends with a positive work environment and experience for our team. CoteCares is the namesake for our culture, and our commitment to a culture where all associates feel respected, safe, empowered, appreciated, excited, included and a sense of belonging to something extremely special. Whether it be through community involvement or internally working with each other, CoteCares expresses our world and what we want it to be. 

Career Pathing:

This role is a key position in our operational excellence delivery goals. The role may advance into a supervisor level position should the incumbent demonstrate sufficient strategic development and enlargement of performance scope. The successful person will be an advocate of our mission, values, and brand from an F&B level. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare banquet items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure food is presented consistently, tastes great, and is served at the right temperature.
• Keep your station clean, organized, and properly stocked throughout service.
• Close and sanitize your work area at the end of your shift.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards at all times—meeting or exceeding inspection requirements.
• Arrive prepared and ready for service, with all tools and ingredients in place.
• Work effectively with team members from diverse backgrounds.
• Maintain personal hygiene and a professional appearance.
• Report kitchen equipment issues or inventory needs to your supervisor.
• Support the team with other kitchen tasks as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• Comfortable with daily routines and repetitive tasks.
• Strong time management skills—you stay on schedule and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion.
• Physically capable of standing and walking for extended periods, as well as reaching, bending, and using stairs.
• Basic reading and writing skills—able to understand safety labels and complete brief reports.
• Ability to meet performance and skill expectations based on your cook level (I, II, or III).
• High school diploma or GED preferred, or at least one (1) year of equivalent kitchen experience.
• A valid driver’s license may be required for certain roles involving company vehicles.

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