Banquet Cook

Hacienda Del Sol; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort in Tucson, Arizona seeks a banquet cook to prepare large quantities of food, assist kitchen staff, and set up allocated stations as directed by the Chef, while ensuring compliance with hygienic standards.

The role involves maintaining cleanliness, timely service, and collaboration with the culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences for guests.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of food and nutrition.
• Proficient knife skills.
• Familiar with proper food preparation techniques.
• Maintains a high degree of cleanliness.
• Strong communication and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare menu for service.
• Prepare a variety of foods; meat, seafood, poultry, vegetable, and cold items.
• Arrange sauces and garnishes for the allocated station.
• Store prep items with correct dating and labeling.
• Notify Chef in advance of shortages.
• Serve menu items to established standards.
• Use food prep tools per manufacturer instructions.
• Close the kitchen and follow closing checklists for stations.
• Maintain a sanitary work area at all times.

Skills

Knowledge of food and nutrition

Knife skills

Food preparation techniques

Cleanliness

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Food handler’s permit

Job description

Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort is an historic luxury resort located at the foothills of the Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Featuring scenic guest rooms, exquisite dining options, and rejuvenating Spa services delivered with Forbes Recommended service. If you have a passion for great service, we would love to consider you to join our team of extraordinary hospitality professionals.

Summary:

The banquet cook is responsible for preparing large quantities of food, helping kitchen staff with the preparation of food items and set up of allocated stations for menu, as instructed by the Chef, and is compliant with standards. The cook also arranges, prepares and breaks down the buffets and food displays while maintaining hygienic standards.

Responsibilities:

• Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare menu for service
• Prepare a variety of foods; meat, seafood, poultry, vegetable, and cold food items
• Arrange sauces and supplementary garnishes for allocated station
• Cover, date and correctly store all bits and pieces and food prep items
• Notify Chef in advance of likely shortages
• Serve menu items compliant with established standards
• Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufactures instructions
• Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations
• Maintain a prepared and sanitary work area at all times
• Keep the work area fresh all through the shift
• Make sure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately
• Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices
• Returns dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas

Qualifications:

• Food handler’s permit
• Knowledge of food and nutrition
• Knowledge in knife skills
• Knowledge of proper food preparation techniques
• Possession of good communication skills
• Should be able to multitask
• Possess a high degree of cleanliness

EEOC Statement

Hacienda Del Sol Resort is committed to equal opportunity in employment and to creating a welcoming and diverse environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.