Banquet Cook

Appone; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Safety Harbor Resort and Spa is seeking AM & PM Banquet Cooks with 2+ years of experience in fine dining to join a high-volume kitchen. Flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays, are required to ensure exceptional guest experiences.

Applicants should maintain strict sanitation practices and provide consistent, high-quality meals for events while supporting the kitchen team and following safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• AM & PM Banquet cooks with at least 2 years of fine dining experience.
• Experience in a high‑volume kitchen and maintaining cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent food presentation and quality for banquets.
• Monitor temperatures, calibrate thermometers, and log sanitation records.
• Support kitchen management and communicate with chefs and managers.
• Adhere to dietary restrictions and special requests.
• Assist with food cost controls and waste reduction.

Skills

Fine dining

Food preparation

Sanitation knowledge

Education

Culinary certificate / food safety certification

Tools

Thermometers

Sanitation logbook

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Organization

The Safety Harbor Resort and Spa offers luxurious accommodations with breathtaking views of Tampa Bay and the City of Tampa. With state-of-the-art meeting facilities, memorable wedding venues, Spa services to rejuvenate the body and soul, world class wellness center, swimming pools filled with our own mineral springs, indoor lounge and bayfront Tiki bar and much more, we are always looking for exceptional team members who work well with others and provide an unforgettable experience for our guests.

We have proven success since 1924. Work surrounding the breathtaking views of Tampa Bay, enjoy world class wellness benefits, medical, vision and dental insurance. Paid vacations, sick leave and public holidays and many other benefits.

Please apply if you are:

• Outstanding in Guest Service with a smile
• Positive 'Can-Do' Attitude
• Willing to Go Above and Beyond
• Reliable and Efficient
• Self-Motivated and Self Starter
• Independent and capable of working with little or no supervision
• are amazing with other people
• Willing to turn a job into a career

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time and/or Part-Time

Category

Food & Beverage

Position

Banquet Cook

Description

We are looking for AM & PM Banquet Cooks with at least 2 year of experience in fine dining cooking and comfortable working in a high-volume kitchen. Must be able to work flexible shifts, weekends and holidays.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consistency to maintain food presentation, food quality, food production, portion
• Control and food cost 'waste'. And food sanitation audit controls and practices
• Maintain a clean and safe work area at all time. To be proactive and take full responsibility for maintaining the temperature log chart monitor all food temps and calibrate thermometers for the shift and to place the records in the sanitation logbook and attend pre shift meetings
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Chef/Sous Chef/and Food & Beverage Managers. While maintaining open lines of communication and support for the kitchen Management
• Consistency and quality, which adheres to any special dietary regulations.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area at all time. To be proactive and take full responsibility for maintaining the temperature log chart monitor all food temps and calibrate thermometers for the shift and to place the records in the sanitation logbook

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong preparation knowledge and al cart fine dining skills
• Previously worked in a similar kitchen environment and maintain a clean and tidy work

Area

• Good knowledge of sanitation and local health authority requirements
• Food managers' certification if possible or food handlers' card or equivalent
• 3 or more years culinary experience in same or similar position
• Follow instruction and any lists that are given asking any questions if clarification is needed

This position is currently accepting applications.