What are the responsibilities and job description for the Banquet Cook/Prep Cook position at M Culinary Concepts?
Banquet Cook/Prep Cook
M Culinary Concept is searching for a passionate Banquet Cook/Prep Cook to join our vibrant team and help us create incredible catering experiences across the Southwest. We’re an award-winning catering company based in Phoenix, AZ (we're talking TOP COMPANIES TO WORK FOR & GREAT PLACE TO WORK three years running!).
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook large batches of food according to approved recipes, production sheets, and specifications.
- Measure, weigh, and portion ingredients accurately.
- Follow required cooking times, temperatures, and quality standards.
- Monitor food throughout the cooking process to prevent overcooking, undercooking, contamination, or unnecessary waste.
- Verify the appearance, texture, flavor, temperature, and consistency of finished products.
- Properly document batch information, temperatures, ingredient usage, and production results.
- Identify and report product quality issues immediately.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area.
- Follow all food safety, GMP, sanitation, and company procedures.
- Safely operate industrial cooking and food production equipment.
- Communicate clearly with leads, supervisors, and other production employees.
- Help reduce production errors, product loss, and ingredient waste.
Required Qualifications
- Previous industrial cooking or food manufacturing experience is required.
- Experience preparing food in large batches and high-volume production environments.
- Ability to follow recipes, measurements, and written production instructions without making unauthorized changes.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing consistent, high-quality food.
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, cooking temperatures, and cross-contamination prevention.
- Ability to work efficiently while maintaining accuracy and quality.
- Dependable attendance and ability to arrive on time for every scheduled shift.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive production tasks.
M Culinary Concept: Where Food is Fun!
Forget stuffy corporate kitchens. At M Culinary Concepts, we're a passionate crew obsessed with crafting amazing food & beverage experiences. Our core values??? Inspiring Passion, Service to Others, Humbly Confident and Making Huge Fun! Think fast-paced, collaborative, and full of good times (and of course, delicious food!).
The Perks You Deserve:
You'll enjoy a flexible schedule, opportunities for advancement and daily grab-and-go lunches made by our amazing chefs! Plus, you'll stay connected with our internal app and experience the spirit that makes M Culinary Concepts so special.
Ready to Join the M Culinary Team
If you're an energetic Banquet Cook/Prep Cook who thrives in a fun and fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Apply using our mobile-friendly application today!