Banquet Cook: Grow in Large-Event Kitchen

Loews Hotels & Co; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary parking

Complimentary meals in Team Member Caf

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance & pet bereavement

Discounted tickets to local venues

Job summary

Loews Arlington Hotel is seeking a Banquet Cook III to support food preparation for large hotel events. This entry-level role offers exposure to high-volume banquet production in a busy resort environment.

You will learn banquet production standards, work with a culinary team, and develop skills in pantry stations, buffet setup, and service areas while maintaining sanitation and safety.

We offer benefits, training, and opportunities for growth, with a schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in hotel/restaurant and sanitation standards.
• Knowledge of banquet service, buffet prep, and large-volume cooking.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Flexible schedule including weekends/holidays and early/late shifts based on event needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food prep tasks such as washing, chopping, measuring, and portioning ingredients for banquet functions.
• Set up and maintain prep and service stations before, during, and after events.
• Plate food and assist with buffet line setup under supervision.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen work areas, tools, and equipment.
• Label, store, rotate food items to ensure freshness and compliance with health regulations.
• Learn banquet production standards and procedures to grow in culinary proficiency.
• Perform breakdown and cleaning of stations and equipment after events.
• Attend mandatory trainings and meetings.

Skills

Knife skills

Cold station prep

Hot station prep

Under pressure

Kitchen equipment

Math skills

Food Handler's Card

English literacy

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Loews Arlington Hotel is seeking a Banquet Cook III to support food preparation for large hotel events. This entry-level role offers exposure to high-volume banquet production in a busy resort environment.

You will learn banquet production standards, work with a culinary team, and develop skills in pantry stations, buffet setup, and service areas while maintaining sanitation and safety.

We offer benefits, training, and opportunities for growth, with a schedule that includes weekends and holidays.