Banquet Cook

Augusta Riverfront, LLC (dba Augusta Marriott); Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Augusta Riverfront, LLC, operating as Augusta Marriott, is looking for a Banquet Cook to prepare and cook food for large events, ensuring high standards and safety guidelines are followed. The role requires effective communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and commitment to food safety. Compensation ranges from $15 to $17 hourly based on experience. Benefits include 401(k) matching, health and dental insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of English and local language.
• Ability to adhere to safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to work in high-volume kitchen settings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare large quantities of food according to recipes.
• Execute timed plating for events and maintain buffet stations.
• Adhere to safety and health regulations.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Attention to food safety

Ability to handle conflict situations

Prolonged standing and walking

Tools

Kitchen machinery

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

ENGAGE. EXPLORE. DISCOVER

ENGAGE our guests from around the world and deliver brilliant service as a Marriott Host. EXPLORE new places around the globe or at home with Marriott Travel Benefits. DISCOVER your true potential through an exciting Hospitality Career!

About the Role

Department: Kitchen Reports to: Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef Status: Hourly Non-Exempt

Compensation

$15-$17 hourly Varies based on experience and education

The Banquet Cook

The Banquet Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking food for large-scale events according to established recipes and presentation standards. This role works closely with the culnary team to ensure timely serivce, high quality dishes, and adherence to food safety guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare large quantities of food (chopping, butchering, sauce making) according to recipes and station checklists.
• Execute high-volume, timed plating for events and set up/maintain buffet stations.
• Required to learn all menu items produced in immediate area.
• Ensure food meets presentation and temperature standards, tasting, and testing items for quality.
• Adhere to all safety and health regulations, including proper labeling, dating, and storage of leftovers.
• Safely operate kitchen machinery like mixers, fryers, broilers, and ovens.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Essential Functions

• Ability to verbally communicate effectively with guests and co-workers.
• Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking.
• Ability to visually check work, work area, and hotel space.
• Minimum lifting of 30 pounds.

Other Requirements

• Knowledge of English and local language.
• Ability to communicate with guests and associates in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to handle conflict situations in a professional manner.
• Be well groomed and adhere to the hotel’s dress code.

Safety Awareness

Maintain safety by adhering to safety policies, being responsible to report all accidents immediately. Support all safety programs. Proceed with caution when walking on slippery floors. Ensure proper safety instructions are given before operating any equipment. Ensures the kitchen meets all safety standards.

Notice

ARLLC, operating as Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center, function seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day. You as an associate must realize this fact and be aware that at times, it may be necessary to move you from your accustomed shift, as business demands. In addition, you understand that business determines the amount of hours you work, and that some weeks may be scheduled for less than forty hours, and on other weeks you may be scheduled to work more than forty hours per week.