Banquet Cook I

Hacienda Del Sol Resort; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Employee resort discounts

401(k) retirement plan

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Hacienda Del Sol Resort in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Banquet Cook I to efficiently prepare high-quality food for banquet events in a fast-paced setting. This top Banquet Cook role requires extensive culinary experience and the ability to produce consistently excellent results while maintaining strict safety and sanitation standards.

The position offers a base hourly rate with service charges and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience cooking in a high-quality restaurant, hotel, or resort.
• Banquet Cook I responsibilities include timely, sanitary meal prep.
• Culinary degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items for banquet events according to established standards and specifications.
• Set up and maintain workstations according to banquet and property standards.
• Fabricate meats, fish and poultry for portioning and production.
• Conduct pre-service checks and complete required inventory documentation.
• Maintain sanitation and safety throughout shift and keep stations clean and organized.
• Restock food and supplies as needed during the shift.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications.
• Respond promptly to guest, supervisor, and team requests and feedback.
• Uphold a safe working environment and contribute to a positive kitchen atmosphere.

Skills

Food preparation

High-volume cooking

Guest service mindset

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort is an historic luxury resort located at the foothills of the Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Featuring scenic guest rooms, exquisite dining options, and rejuvenating Spa services delivered with Forbes Recommended service. If you have a passion for great service, we would love to consider you to join our team of extraordinary hospitality professionals.

Compensation & Benefits:

This is a full-time, hourly position offering a competitive compensation package, including a starting base rate of $19.00 per hour plus service charges.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Employee resort discounts
• 401(k) retirement plan (eligible after one year)
• A supportive team environment with opportunities to grow

Job Summary:

Banquet Cook I is responsible for the daily preparation of high-quality food items for banquet events. This is the top Banquet Cook position and is distinguished from other cook positions by a higher level of experience and culinary skill, the ability to consistently produce high-quality food, and the ability to work effectively in a high-volume production environment.

Job Duties:

• Prepare food items for banquet events according to established standards and specifications
• Set up and maintain workstations according to banquet and property standards
• Fabricate meats, fish and poultry for portioning and production.
• Conduct pre-service checks and complete required inventory documentation
• Manage and maintain appropriate prep and par levels
• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications
• Restock food and supplies as needed throughout shift.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary workstations while following all safety procedures
• Prepare food appropriately accordingly for guests with food allergies and/or intolerances.
• Maintain food quality and safety through proper sanitation, cleaning, covering, labeling, and storage procedures
• Remain productive and prepare for future needs as time allows
• Respond positively and promptly to guest, supervisor, and team requests and feedback
• Uphold a safe working environment.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative kitchen environment
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 5 plus years of experience cooking in a high-quality restaurant, hotel, or resort.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Banquet Cook I is responsible for the preparation of high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary and consistent manner.
• Banquet Cook I must be prepared to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure work environment, while maintaining the organizational ability to identify and act on job duties quickly and effectively.
• Banquet Cook I must be prepared to work as a productive team member in a dynamic, fast paced work environment and follow all safety procedures.

EEOC Statement
Hacienda Del Sol Resort is committed to equal opportunity in employment and to creating a welcoming and diverse environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.