Banquet Cook — High-Volume Kitchen Expert

Churchill Downs Incorporated; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchill Downs Incorporated is seeking a Banquet Cook to safely prepare menu items, follow recipes, and deliver quality service to guests. You will operate a range of kitchen equipment, manage portions, and collaborate with a team to ensure timely meal service in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires attention to sanitation, adherence to recipes, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; 1 year kitchen experience.
• Upper-level cooks require additional years of experience or culinary certifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items according to recipes to ensure consistency.
• Operates kitchen equipment safely including slicers, steamers, fryers, ovens, grills and kettles.
• Uses measurements and recipe specifications to ensure portion control.
• Collaborates with kitchen staff to cook, prepare, dish and plate all menu items.
• Maintains sanitation and nutrition practices throughout the shift.
• Performs general cleaning duties and maintains workstation cleanliness.
• Creates compound sauces and derivatives of mother sauces.
• Ensures correct portion sizes and adherence to quality standards.
• Prepares written food requisitions and inventory for production.
• Keeps knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance updated.
• Completes preparation records and stores items properly at close of service.
• Ensures safety and security of staff and guests.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Time management

Teamwork

Kitchen safety

Culinary terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year experience in professional kitchen

Culinary classes or certifications

Job description

Churchill Downs Incorporated is seeking a Banquet Cook to safely prepare menu items, follow recipes, and deliver quality service to guests. You will operate a range of kitchen equipment, manage portions, and collaborate with a team to ensure timely meal service in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires attention to sanitation, adherence to recipes, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.