Banquet Cook

Luminary Hotel & Co; Florida; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401K

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Career Training & Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Bereavement Leave

Employee Discounts

Free meals

Job summary

Fenway Hotel in Dunedin, FL is seeking a seasoned Banquet Line Cook to support day-to-day banquet prep and event execution. You will prepare, plate, and display hot and cold dishes with artistic presentation for weddings and functions.

You will work closely with the culinary team, maintain food quality and safety, and adapt to peak service demands while upholding Marriott Autograph Collection standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 4 years’ banquet kitchen experience preferred.
• 2-year culinary degree and ServSafe or similar certification preferred.
• Strong knife skills, sauces, braising, and plating expertise.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chef de Cuisine and Banquet Sous Chef for all banquet and catered events.
• Plating, setup, and staging for banquets and menus (BEO-driven).
• Basic vegetable prep, sauces, stocks, dressings and vinaigrettes.
• Bulk cooking of meats, soups, and sides; assist with butchering tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, pantry, and coolers.
• Monitor inventory and report shortages to meet event needs.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure seamless event execution.
• Adapt to last‑minute changes and high‑pressure service.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year culinary degree

Job description

We’re looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. Let’s see if we’re a fit. We hope so.About the Fenway HotelOriginally opened in 1927, The Fenway Hotel is an icon of the jazz age, playing host to notable explorers, artists, politicians, musicians and living legends in its time as an operating hotel. Today, Fenway is a Mainsail Lodging & Development property and a member of the prestigious Autograph Collection of Marriott International, Inc.The Fenway Hotel overlooks the beautiful Dunedin Channel offering views of breathtaking sunsets and gorgeous Florida waters. We’ve created a homage to Dunedin’s rich music history and a destination for those to get carried away in their own verse. If you share our passion, we look forward to hearing from you.It’s time to write your own tune with us and join the band at Dunedin’s very own jazz inspired boutique hotel. Can you sing along? Apply today!Tampa Bay Top Workplaces“Voted a Top Workplace! Mainsail Lodging & Development was named a 2025 Top Workplace by the Tampa Bay Times—a reflection of our positive culture, growth opportunities, and commitment to our team. Join us!Overview of the roleThe Banquet Line Cook is responsible for the day-to-day preparation of food products needed for all banquet functions, as well as assisting in the execution of banquet events. The Banquet Line Cook prepares, cooks, and plates large quantities of food for events while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and presentation. Key responsibilities include mise en place, cooking according to standard recipes, setting up banquet displays, managing food inventory, ensuring sanitation, and coordinating with other kitchen staff to efficiently execute the event menu.Specializing in the preparation of both hot and cold dishes, including salads, appetizers, pâtés, terrines, and charcuterie. Emphasis is on creating artistic presentations and visually striking food displays. A successful Banquet Line Cook is skilled in transforming simple ingredients into extraordinary culinary experiences for our clients.The Banquet Line Cook will carry out the necessary functions while continually upholding the standards in accordance with the Marriott Autograph Collection standards under the franchise of Mainsail Lodging & Development.Essential Job FunctionsAssist the Chef de Cuisine and Banquet Sous Chef in preparation for all banquet and catered events in the hotelAssist chefs in the plating, set up, and staging of the hotel's banquet eventsBasic vegetable preparation to include slicing, dicing, peeling, cooking, and portioningBasic sauce preparation to include stocks, salad dressings, and vinaigrettesBulk cooking of food items to include braised and cooked meats, soups, and side dish itemsMinor butchering – process poultry, meat, and seafoodUnder the guidance of the Banquet Sous Chef, follow the daily prep list and prepare food in accordance with BEO requestsMaintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, pantry, and coolers to store prepped items properlyMonitor food and supply levels, report shortages, and assist in managing inventory to meet event needsKeep the kitchen setting in a clean and organized state, including trash disposal and dish pit dutiesWork closely with the Banquet Chef and other kitchen staff to coordinate food production and ensure seamless execution of all eventsHandle last-minute changes, unexpected demands, and work efficiently under pressure during busy event servicesHotel PerformanceEnsure successful performance by assisting guests with exceptional experience to ensure high performing scores on the GSS (Guest Satisfaction Surveys) & ESS (Event Satisfaction Surveys) according to Marriott and Mainsail/Fenway standardsDisclaimer: Understand that banquets operate outside of the traditional 9-to-5 schedule. Availability during holidays and weekends is often essential, especially during peak season. Expect a fast-paced environment with variable shifts — some days may require early mornings, others late nights. Flexibility and a strong work ethic are key.Qualification StandardsEducation & ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED; 4 years’ experience in the culinary, high-performance banquet experience, or related professional area preferred 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 3 years’ experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area preferredBasic culinary skills in cooking, baking, braising, sauce, grilling, pastry, and knife skillsServSafe certification, or the ability to attain certificationAbility to work in a clean, organized, and orderly mannerExcellent customer service skillsExperience working on a team and being a team playerExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalA sense of ownership, pride, and willingness to learn and grow in everything that you doPhysical DemandsAbility to sit or stand for extended periods of timeAbility to bendAbility to lift, push or pull 50 lbs.Ability to communicate clearlyAbility to work long hours as neededCorrected vision to normal rangeMental DemandsMake sound judgments quicklyWork on multiple tasks, making appropriate progress towards deadlinesAble to work independently, take direction, and provide direction to othersManage differing personalities within the property, the resort, and the communityMaintain the highest degree of confidentialityAbility to work effectively in stressful, high-pressure situationsAbility to effectively handle challenges in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessaryNOTICE: The hotel business functions seven days a week, 24 hours a day. All associates must realize this fact and always be aware that it may be necessary to move associates from their accustomed shift as business demands. In addition, this is a hospitality business, and a hospitable service atmosphere must always be projected.Benefits:Full-time Associate BenefitsMedical, Dental, & Vision | HSA & Flexible Spending Account Options | Basic Life & Disability Plan Options | 401K Retirement Plan | Paid Time Off | Holiday Pay | Career Training & Development Opportunities | Tuition Reimbursement | Bereavement Leave | Employee Assistant Program (EAP) | Jury Duty (May vary by state) | Employee Discounts | Employee Referral Bonus | Free meal for all full-service hotel employeesPart-time Associate BenefitsAll above-listed benefits except for Medical Insurance, Holiday Pay, Tuition ReimbursementMainsail is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military service and veteran status, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.