Banquet Cook

Salisbury Country Club Ltd.; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible scheduling

Growth potential

Professional environment

Job summary

A prestigious private club in Virginia seeks a Banquet Cook for part-time and full-time roles. You will prepare and execute food for various events, ensuring top quality and organization. Ideal candidates should have prior experience in a high-volume kitchen, strong teamwork, and communication skills. The club offers a stable, professional environment with flexible schedules and opportunities for advancement within the culinary team.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in banquet, catering, or high-volume kitchen preferred.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift kitchen supplies/equipment.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and peak event periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold food items for banquet events.
• Assist with production for weddings, tournaments, and holiday events.
• Maintain organized stations, prep areas, and storage spaces.

Skills

Knife skills

Strong teamwork

Communication skills

Ability to multitask

Education

Culinary training or equivalent hands-on experience

Job description

Banquet Cook (Part-Time & Full-Time) – Salisbury Country Club – Midlothian, VA 23113

Salisbury Country Club is a premier private club in the Richmond area known for exceptional service, high-quality cuisine, and memorable member experiences. Our banquet program is a major part of our success, hosting weddings, golf events, holiday celebrations, tournaments, business functions, and private gatherings throughout the year.

Join the Culinary Team at Salisbury Country Club.

Why Join Salisbury?

• Competitive Pay – Based on experience and skill level
• Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities – Flexible scheduling available
• Stable, Professional Environment – Work in a respected private club setting
• Growth Potential – Opportunities to advance into lead or year-round kitchen positions
• Team Culture – Work alongside experienced chefs and hospitality professionals
• Consistent Event Volume – Busy banquet calendar with varied, rewarding work

Position Summary

As a Banquet Cook, you will play a key role in preparing and executing food for events ranging from intimate dinners to large-scale functions. This position requires urgency, consistency, organization, and the ability to perform under service timelines.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold food items for banquet events, buffets, receptions, and plated meals.
• Assist with production for weddings, tournaments, brunches, holiday events, and member functions.
• Execute recipes and menu items according to chef specifications.
• Maintain organized stations, prep areas, and storage spaces.
• Support buffet setup, replenishment, and event execution as needed.
• Ensure food is cooked, held, and presented to quality standards.
• Follow sanitation, food safety, and workplace safety procedures.
• Assist with breakdown, cleaning, and proper storage after events.
• Work closely with chefs, stewards, and front-of-house teams to ensure successful events.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in banquet, catering, restaurant, hotel, club, or high-volume kitchen preferred.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality required.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift kitchen supplies/equipment as needed.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and peak event periods.
• Culinary training or equivalent hands‑on experience is a plus.

Preferred Experience

• Buffet and plated banquet service.
• High-volume prep production.
• Knife skills and station organization.
• Experience with private clubs, resorts, hotels, or event venues.

What Makes This Opportunity Different

At Salisbury Country Club, you are not just filling a shift—you are joining a team that values professionalism, consistency, and pride in hospitality. Strong performers have opportunities to grow within our culinary operation.

Apply Today

If you are ready to work in a professional kitchen environment and be part of a team that delivers outstanding events, we encourage you to apply.