AM Banquet Prep Cook - Full Time

Flying Horse Resort & Club; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Flying Horse Resort & Club, located in Colorado Springs, seeks a skilled culinary professional for banquet cooking and event support. Join a premier luxury resort with top amenities and a dynamic team, delivering exceptional guest experiences across venues and events.

Expect to prepare and present dishes for banquets, coordinate with FOH/BOH, and maintain strict food safety and quality standards. The role requires versatility, attention to detail, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of Commercial Kitchen experience preferred.
• Must be detail oriented, accurate and organized; able to handle multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of Point of Sale operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute food for parties and events at action stations.
• Comply with Food Health and Safety regulations and sanitation policies.
• Prepare and organize ingredients per BEO (banquet event orders).
• Ensure products meet quality standards and are presented well.
• Cook according to recipes and presentation standards in a timely manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and storage of banquet equipment between uses.

Skills

Customer service

Oral communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Two years commercial kitchen experience

Tools

POS operations

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80921Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $16.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Flying Horse Resort and Club, located in the heart of Colorado Springs, is a premier destination for luxury, comfort, and world-class hospitality. Our resort offers an exceptional experience with top-notch amenities including two championship golf courses, luxury hotel, state-of-the-art fitness club, rejuvenating spa, fine dining options, and more.

Our Flying Horse team is composed of dedicated professionals who strive to deliver unparalleled service to our guests. We value diverse skill sets and experiences, as they contribute to our dynamic and vibrant work environment. We're continually seeking to expand our team with individuals who have a passion for hospitality and a commitment to creating memorable experiences for our guests.

Join us at Flying Horse Resort and Club, your success starts now.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for all food preparation and execution of parties and other Flying Horse events to include guest and member interactions while on an action station. Must be willing to learn new equipment and new ways of executing banquets.
• Comply with the conditions of the Food Health and Safety regulations and sanitation policies
• Be able to effectively and efficiently prepare and organize ingredients per BEO
• Ensure that all products meet a specific quality standard
• Cook food according to recipes, quality and presentation standards in a timely manner
• Must be diverse in your culinary cooking techniques
• Handle member and guest request as a priority
• Follow proper food handling, holding, re-heating and cooling procedures
• Have a vast knowledge of worldly cooking techniques
• Maintain, clean and store all banquet equipment in between uses
• Support in maintaining a sufficient inventory of all products needed
• Provide positive and constructive feedback
• Professional communication between BOH and FOH staff about functions
• Responsible for all opening/closing and cleaning procedures.
• Demonstrates respect in all communications.
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs
• Follow cleaning schedules and lists for your section and other sections as directed
• It is the duty of all Food & Beverage personnel to promote a seamless line of communication between all staff and members
• May be expected to work according to the company overtime policies
• Must have an eye for detail when presenting buffets, platters, and platted. Artistic abilities are encouraged
• Depending on experience, should be able to mentor and guide peers

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of two years of Commercial Kitchen experience is preferred. Must be detail oriented, accurate and possess good organizational abilities and be capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously. Knowledge of Point of Sale operations is preferred.
• Must possess customer service skills and strong oral communication skills. Competency in dealing with members and fellow employees under circumstances requiring tact and diplomacy. Must possess the ability to work effectively under time deadlines.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

Will have contact with Golf Course superintendent, Golf Pro, Membership Director, Athletic Director, Food & Beverage personnel, and other industry related people and is to conduct relationships in a manner that will enhance the overall marketing and operational success of the company.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.