Banquet Cook: Fast-Paced Events, Competitive Pay & Perks

The Jefferson Hotel; Richmond (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee meals

Parking

Uniforms provided

Job summary

The Jefferson Hotel in Richmond, VA is seeking a skilled Banquet Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare and execute banquet and event meals across multiple stations, ensuring quality, timing, and presentation during high-volume service.

Ideal candidates bring 2–3 years in a professional kitchen, strong knife skills, and a professional demeanor. The role requires flexibility for AM/PM shifts, weekends, and holidays, with opportunities for growth in a celebrated hotel program.

Qualifications

• Availability: Must be able to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays, with flexibility for both AM and PM shifts based on business needs.
• Experience: Previous experience in a full-service kitchen required; banquet or high-volume event cooking preferred.
• Skills: Strong knife skills, ability to execute across all stations, and understanding of prep, timing, and presentation standards.
• Work Ethic: Hard-working, self-motivated, efficient, and organized, with attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Team Fit: Positive attitude, effective communication skills, and a collaborative approach within a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Professionalism: Reliable, punctual, and able to represent The Jefferson Hotel’s standards of quality and service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for banquets and special events under the direction of the Banquet Sous Chef and Executive Chef.
• Work efficiently across a variety of stations, maintaining standards of quality and consistency.
• Follow recipes and instructions precisely, adjusting based on scale and volume requirements.
• Assist in the setup and breakdown of banquet kitchen stations, ensuring cleanliness and readiness.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards throughout all shifts.
• Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism during last-minute changes or high-pressure event execution.

Skills

Knife skills

Multi-station cooking

Prep & timing

Presentation standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

The Jefferson Hotel in Richmond, VA is seeking a skilled Banquet Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare and execute banquet and event meals across multiple stations, ensuring quality, timing, and presentation during high-volume service.

Ideal candidates bring 2–3 years in a professional kitchen, strong knife skills, and a professional demeanor. The role requires flexibility for AM/PM shifts, weekends, and holidays, with opportunities for growth in a celebrated hotel program.