Banquet Cook - Flexible Shifts (PT)

Located in Central Florida just minutes from Walt Disney World®, Reunion Resort & Golf Club is the premier Orlando vacation destination delivering the best in Florida resort experiences, whether for a family vacation, golf getaway, or group retreat – there is something for everyone! Our guests enjoy luxury villa accommodations and vacation homes, three signature championship golf courses – Palmer, Watson, and Nicklaus; a 5-acre water park, tennis and pickleball, mini golf, bocce ball and exceptional on-site dining with seven dining outlets and bars.

Reunion Resort and Golf Club offers a supportive, dynamic workplace with cross-training, career growth opportunities, and a strong culture of recognition. Hospitality begins with us, and at the heart of our culture is genuine care for our guests, and for each other. We believe that delivering exceptional service begins with how we treat our team members. Here, innovation and collaboration thrive, and every team member is empowered to deliver warm, personalized service that makes our guests feel right at home.

Job Title: Banquet Cook 1

Location: Kissimmee, FL

FLSA Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, portion and quality standards, and food safety guidelines.
• Ensure all food is cooked to the correct temperature, plated consistently, and meets presentation standards.
• Prepare and cook menu items following established recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure all food is prepared and stored in compliance with food safety regulations and hygiene protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen workspace.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to deliver timely and consistent service during peak hours.
• Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and supplies; communicate replenishment needs to management.
• Support catering events as needed, ensuring high-quality preparation and presentation.
• Uphold casual dining standards through attention to flavor, portion control, and visual presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen areas, adhering to OSHA, HACCP, and company standards.
• Operate and maintain equipment (ovens, grills, burners, fryers, salamanders, etc.), reporting malfunctions promptly.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating deliveries (FIFO).
• Provide support to teammates with prep work, cleaning, and other assigned duties.
• Stay informed on inventory levels, events, specials, and group functions.
• Foster professional working relationships with colleagues across all departments.
• Maintain knowledge of emergency procedures, equipment locations, and reporting protocols.
• Always maintain a professional appearance, ensuring the assigned uniform is clean, pressed, and complete with the required nametag.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership to meet business needs.
• Adhere to all company policies, safety procedures, and brand service standards.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Culinary Arts degree a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years’s experience with banquet production.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, knife skills, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong multitasking, time-management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to stand and walk for long periods of time, and perform repetitive motions (reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling) for extended periods of time.
• Comfortable working in hot environments.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Flexible schedule availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, to support the needs of the operation.
• Food safety certification required (or ability to obtain within 30 days).
• English language proficiency is required to perform the essential functions of this position.

Note: This job description serves as a general overview and may be subject to change based on organizational needs and requirements.

Reunion Resort & Golf Club is an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify employer. All applicants are subject to background checks. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement.

If you are interested in applying for employment with Reunion Resort & Golf Club and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to HR@ReunionResort.com.

Salary : $19