Banquet Cook - Live Stations & Large-Event Expert

Red Deer Resort & Casino; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Deer Resort & Casino is seeking a Banquet Cook to join our culinary team, offering both part-time and full-time opportunities in a fast-paced hotel setting. You will prepare and plate banquets, buffets, and events, ensuring high-quality, creative presentations while adhering to food safety standards and event specifications.

Hours vary including mornings, evenings and weekends, and applicants must be flexible to cover events.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of culinary experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant or hotel.
• Food Safety Course is an asset.
• Knowledge of catering trends, quality, production, sanitation, and presentation.
• Awareness of safe food handling practices.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes for banquets, buffets, and special events according to orders.
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.
• Assist in carving stations and live cooking demonstrations if required.
• Adjust recipes and quantities based on event size and dietary needs.
• Work with the culinary team to execute large-scale meal preparation efficiently.
• Assist with plating and setting up banquet buffets or plated meals.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety knowledge

Creativity

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Red Deer Resort & Casino is seeking a Banquet Cook to join our culinary team, offering both part-time and full-time opportunities in a fast-paced hotel setting. You will prepare and plate banquets, buffets, and events, ensuring high-quality, creative presentations while adhering to food safety standards and event specifications.

Hours vary including mornings, evenings and weekends, and applicants must be flexible to cover events.