Banquet Cook 2 (FT)

Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, LLC; Michigan; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled culinary professional to join their dynamic kitchen team. This role involves coordinating and participating in food preparation, ensuring high-quality standards while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating exceptional cooking skills and the ability to communicate effectively with kitchen staff. If you are passionate about culinary arts and eager to contribute to a vibrant dining experience, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team where your skills will shine and your contributions will be valued.

Qualifications

• Culinary training or extensive cooking experience required.
• Must have a current safe food handling certification.
• 2+ years in a food preparation role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities of cooks and kitchen personnel.
• Ensure quality and quantity of foodstuffs meet standards.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking Procedures

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Adaptability

Education

Culinary Training

Food Handling Certification

2+ Years Food Preparation Experience

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, 100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd, Acme, Michigan, United States of America Req #1600

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

SUMMARY

Coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other kitchen personnel engaged in preparing and cooking foods for the Resort by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Estimates food consumption, and requisitions or purchases foodstuffs
• Receives and examines foodstuffs and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications
• Must be able to handle high volume of a la carte line production
• Cooks or otherwise prepares food according to recipe
• Cuts, trims, and bones meats and poultry for cooking
• Portions cooked foods, or gives instructions to workers as to size of portions and methods of garnishing
• Complete all assignments requested
• Maintain a high standard of sanitation and safety
• Keep waste and spoilage to a minimum by proper rotation, storage, and usage of all food items
• Must follow proper grooming and dress standards set forth by the Employee Handbook
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitation of own area
• Maintain open line of communication with supervisor
• Follow opening and closing procedures
• Report to managers when something is broken or needs repair
• Keep a clean, stocked and tidy workspace in accordance with Health Department guidelines
• Must understand and abide by environmental practices of the resort
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Culinary training or extensive cooking and production experience
• Must have a minimum of 2 years working in food preparation position
• Must have a current safe food handling certification

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Able to do repetitive work
• Able to prepare food according to food handlers guidelines
• Knowledge of cooking procedures
• Able to communicate with Prep Cooks & Wait staff
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Knowledge of safety rules for kitchen equipment
• Knowledge of where and how everything is stored
• Able to work all shifts and holidays
• Able to work in a high pace and hot environment
• Able to multi-task
• Be able to self-motivate in work environment
• Able to follow written or verbal instructions

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear, listen, taste and smell
• Must be able to stand for long period of time; frequently required to sit
• Must be able to lift more than 50 lbs., push heavy carts, and bend, stretch, kneel, lift, carry, and reach
• Safety Sensitive – positive will work daily with knives, slicers, hot oil, and gas stoves

TYPICAL MENTAL DEMANDS

• Requires the ability to interact with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
• Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with an emergency
• Must be able to effectively handle stressful and compromising situations while remaining focused and professional
• Must be able to deal with difficult people without losing perspective
• Must be able to work productively under strict time restraints with variable deadlines

WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be willing and able to work in a fast-paced, sometimes crowded, loud, warm, hot and humid environment. May be required to work in a confined space. Must follow all safety policies, procedures and standards as set by OSHA and the Health Department. Must be able to work flexible hours including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

COMMENTS

Native American Preference will apply. Must be able to pass a background investigation and a drug test as a condition of employment. Must be able to work flexible hours and take on additional responsibilities when asked. Must adhere to company policies regarding strict confidentiality.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. Any qualifications to be considered an equivalent in lieu of stated minimums require prior approval of the Director of Human Resources.