Banquet Cook 2

Four Seasons; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel Nashville is seeking a Banquet Cook to join our culinary team. This role delivers exceptional dining experiences by preparing high-quality food for banquet events, hotel outlets, and employee dining while upholding Four Seasons standards of excellence and presentation.

You will work with a talented team in a fast-paced environment, maintain food safety, and contribute to daily kitchen operations with strong knife skills and cooking techniques.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of culinary or related kitchen experience.
• Culinary degree, certificate, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of cooking techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality food items for banquet functions, hotel outlets, and employee dining according to established recipes and standards.
• Assist with food preparation, mise en place, and station setup for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, portioning, and presentation.
• Operate, maintain, and clean kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations at all times.
• Label, date, store, and rotate products according to established procedures.
• Minimize food waste and contribute to effective food cost control.
• Work collaboratively with the culinary team to execute banquet events and daily operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support additional culinary responsibilities as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Knife skills

Cooking techniques

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Education

Culinary degree or certificate

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

About the location:

Write your own music city story. Let us show you the real Nashville, connecting you to the creative spirit of the city's artisans. Four Seasons is the new social hub of downtown Nashville's SoBro neighbourhood, just steps from music, sports and entertainment. Feel the rhythm of our vibrant restaurants and event spaces, and the harmony of our Spa and rooftop pool - celebrating nature with views of the Cumberland River and Riverfront Park. With unparalleled Four Seasons service and warm Southern hospitality, we'll inspire a truly authentic experience of Music City.

About the role

Four Seasons Hotel Nashville is seeking a Banquet Cook to join our talented Culinary team. This role plays an important part in delivering exceptional dining experiences by preparing high-quality food for banquet events, colleague dining, and hotel outlets while upholding Four Seasons standards of excellence, consistency, and presentation.

What you will do

• Prepare and present high-quality food items for banquet functions, hotel outlets, and employee dining according to established recipes and standards.
• Assist with food preparation, mise en place, and station setup for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, portioning, and presentation.
• Operate, maintain, and clean kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations at all times.
• Label, date, store, and rotate products according to established procedures.
• Minimize food waste and contribute to effective food cost control.
• Work collaboratively with the culinary team to execute banquet events and daily operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support additional culinary responsibilities as assigned by leadership.

What you bring

• Minimum of 2 years of culinary or related kitchen experience.
• Culinary degree, certificate, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of cooking techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.

What we offer

• Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and Employee Assistance Program.
• Excellent training, learning, and development opportunities.
• Employee discounts and travel programs at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts worldwide.
• Complimentary employee meals.
• Complimentary uniforms and uniform care.
• Paid time off, holiday pay, sick pay, disability coverage, and life insurance.
• A dynamic, inclusive, and employee-focused culture where you can grow your career.

Schedule & Hours

Full-Time position. Candidates must have flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs and banquet event schedules.

Visa Requirements

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this role.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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