Banquet Cook I: Elevate Large-Event Dining

Loews Hotels & Co; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Pet insurance

Free onsite parking

Employee meals

Job summary

Loews Vanderbilt Hotel in Nashville is seeking a Banquet Cook I to prepare and present high-quality banquet dishes for weddings, conferences, and events. You will coordinate with the banquet team to meet timelines, ensure proper guest service, and uphold sanitation standards.

The role requires at least 2 years of hotel banquet experience, basic culinary training, and the ability to work weekends and holidays. Competitive benefits accompany a busy, fast-paced event environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Formal culinary training or associate degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a hotel, banquet, or catering kitchen.
• Knowledge of banquet-style service, buffet preparation, and large-volume cooking techniques.
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards (SERV Safe Certification preferred).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and early/late shifts based on event needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present banquet menu items in accordance with hotel recipes, portion control standards, and guest expectations.
• Set up and stock workstations with all necessary supplies and ingredients for banquet service.
• Coordinate food preparation with banquet event timelines to ensure timely delivery of meals.
• Collaborate with banquet and catering teams to meet specific event requirements, including dietary restrictions or themed meals.
• Follow all hotel brand standards for quality, presentation, and sanitation.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment, banquet prep areas, and walk-in coolers.
• Assist with buffet setup, plating, carving stations, or live cooking stations as needed.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation in accordance with local health department regulations and hotel policies.
• Assist in inventory management and notify supervisor of shortages in ingredients or supplies.
• Train and mentor junior cooks and kitchen staff when assigned.
• Adapt to last-minute changes and problem-solve effectively in a fast-paced event environment.
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards.
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs.
• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training or associate degree

Tools

SERV Safe Certification

Job description

Loews Vanderbilt Hotel in Nashville is seeking a Banquet Cook I to prepare and present high-quality banquet dishes for weddings, conferences, and events. You will coordinate with the banquet team to meet timelines, ensure proper guest service, and uphold sanitation standards.

The role requires at least 2 years of hotel banquet experience, basic culinary training, and the ability to work weekends and holidays. Competitive benefits accompany a busy, fast-paced event environment.