Banquet Cook: Elevate High-Volume Event Menus

Lake Lawn Resort; Delavan (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Lawn Resort in Delavan, WI is seeking a Banquet Cook to prepare hot and cold banquets for weddings, conferences, and special events. You will execute BEO-based menu items, maintain quality, and support large-scale event production in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the Chef, following recipes and portion standards, and ensuring safe, organized food preparation and storage. This full-time role requires 18+ and a commitment to peak event seasons.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year of cooking experience required.
• Strong knife skills and basic culinary technique required.
• Ability to read and execute banquet event orders (BEOs) accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold menu items for banquet events according to function sheets and BEO specifications
• Review and confirm daily banquet production needs with the Chef or Sous Chef
• Execute food preparation tasks including cutting, slicing, dicing, peeling, and portioning ingredients
• Organize and prioritize banquet food production to ensure timely event execution
• Maintain proper food storage, labeling, and dating to ensure freshness and reduce waste
• Follow recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines for banquet service
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all work areas, including tables, shelving, and refrigeration units
• Monitor inventory and assist in ensuring all required food items are prepared and available for events
• Communicate with culinary leadership regarding station status and production needs
• Assist with general kitchen duties and support other culinary areas as needed
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operational procedures
• Complete closing duties and ensure proper kitchen reset after service

Skills

Knife skills

Banquet orders

Culinary techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lake Lawn Resort in Delavan, WI is seeking a Banquet Cook to prepare hot and cold banquets for weddings, conferences, and special events. You will execute BEO-based menu items, maintain quality, and support large-scale event production in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the Chef, following recipes and portion standards, and ensuring safe, organized food preparation and storage. This full-time role requires 18+ and a commitment to peak event seasons.