Banquet Cook 1

Asheville, Inc.; Asheville (NC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality sector is looking for culinary associates to uphold high standards in food preparation and service. The ideal candidate will have advanced knife skills and prior culinary experience. This role involves maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing various dishes, and ensuring safe food handling procedures. Flexibility in scheduling is essential as shifts may include nights, weekends, and holidays. Join a dynamic team committed to exceptional service and a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Prior culinary experience required.
• Familiarity with all cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen sanitation in accordance with health department guidelines.
• Prepare a variety of buffet and plated items.

Skills

Advanced knife skills

Ability to multi-task

Job description

Location

Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa

The AAA Four-Diamond Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa is renowned for understated elegance and southern charm. It has hosted ten U.S. Presidents and numerous luminaries from art, entertainment, sports, and politics. The hotel offers sweeping views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, excellent restaurants, a Donald Ross golf course, tennis and fitness facilities, an award-winning spa, and spacious convention amenities.

Associates at Omni Grove Park Inn and Spa enjoy a dynamic work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, and the pride of working for a company known for exceptional service. Our culture emphasizes respect, gratitude, and empowerment. If you are friendly, motivated, and passionate about serving others, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

Job Description

Provide high-quality standards and procedures in preparing and serving all banquet food. Starting pay rate is $22 per hour.

Responsibilities

1. Maintain kitchen sanitation in accordance with health department guidelines.
2. Ensure station is set for service 15 minutes prior to start.
3. Possess knowledge of breakfast and lunch preparation.
4. Learn all menu items produced by your assigned station.
5. Perform work assignments to meet proper quantities within required time frames.
6. Prepare a variety of buffet and plated items.
7. Produce orders including grilling, roasting, and baking fish, steaks, chicken, and shellfish.
8. Maintain safe food handling procedures at all times.

Qualifications

• Advanced knife skills required.
• Prior culinary experience required.
• Familiarity with all cooking techniques.
• Experience with batch and quantity cooking.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Flexible scheduling, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available via the following links: EEOC Law Poster and Pay Transparency Policy. For assistance with the application process, please contact [e-mail].

Additional Details

Job Locations: US-NC-Asheville

Posted Date: 2 days ago (5/14/2025 10:47 AM)

Requisition ID: 2025-123171

Number of Openings: 1

Category: Food & Beverage