Banquet Cook — High-Volume Event Prep

TemPositions Group of Companies; Del Rey Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

TemPositions Group of Companies is partnering with a renowned oceanfront venue in Monterey, CA to staff a special event on May 7 and future occasions. We seek experienced cooks to support the kitchen with prep, sauces, stocks, and service components in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates bring prior cook or banquet event experience, strong knife skills, knowledge of storage and sanitation, reliability, and a team-first attitude. Dress code and safety procedures are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Prior cook, prep cook, banquet, or event culinary experience.
• Strong knife skills and basic cooking techniques.
• Knowledge of food storage and sanitation standards.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a team-first attitude.
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume event environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, vegetables, fruits, meats, sauces, and stocks.
• Maintain clean, organized prep and storage areas.
• Ensure all items are properly labeled and stored.
• Support the kitchen team to keep service running smoothly.
• Follow food handling and safety procedures at all times.
• Dress code will be provided ahead of the event.

Skills

Prior cook experience

Knife skills

Food storage knowledge

Reliability and punctuality

Team player attitude

High-volume event experience

Job description

TemPositions Group of Companies is partnering with a renowned oceanfront venue in Monterey, CA to staff a special event on May 7 and future occasions. We seek experienced cooks to support the kitchen with prep, sauces, stocks, and service components in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates bring prior cook or banquet event experience, strong knife skills, knowledge of storage and sanitation, reliability, and a team-first attitude. Dress code and safety procedures are emphasized.