Banquet Cook I–III: Start Your Large-Scale Hotel Career

Loews Hotels, LLC.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health & wellness benefits

401(k) & company match

Paid Sick Days

Vacation & Holidays

Training & Development opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance & Pet Bereavement

Team Member Hotel Rates

Complimentary Parking

Complimentary meals in Team Member Caf

Discounted tickets to local venues

Community volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Loews Arlington Hotel is seeking an entry-level Banquet Cook III to support food preparation for large hotel events. You will work within the banquet culinary team to assist with prep, plating, and service under supervision.

This role offers exposure to high-volume catering in a hotel setting, with opportunities to learn banquet production standards and advance in culinary skills while adhering to health regulations and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in hotel/restaurant with fundamentals of cooking and sanitation
• Knowledge of banquet-style service, buffet preparation, and large-volume cooking techniques
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards (ServSafe Certification preferred)
• 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
• Ability to work weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Assist with food prep tasks such as washing, chopping, measuring, and portioning ingredients for banquet functions
• Follow instructions from Banquet Cook Supervisor and Banquet Chef for assigned cooking tasks
• 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
• Properly label, store, and 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
• 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

Knife skills

Pantry station

Hot station

Work under pressure

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Basic math

Food handler's card

Lift 50 lbs

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Loews Arlington Hotel is seeking an entry-level Banquet Cook III to support food preparation for large hotel events. You will work within the banquet culinary team to assist with prep, plating, and service under supervision.

This role offers exposure to high-volume catering in a hotel setting, with opportunities to learn banquet production standards and advance in culinary skills while adhering to health regulations and safety policies.