Banquet Cook I - Luxury Resort Event Kitchen

Loews Hotels & Co; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Bereavement pay

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Team member hotel rates

Job summary

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson, AZ seeks a Banquet Cook I to craft high-quality banquet dishes for weddings, conferences and events, working closely with the Banquet Chef to execute menus and guest experiences.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, culinary training preferred, and at least two years in a hotel banquet or catering kitchen; flexibility for weekends and holidays is required, with standing for long shifts and lifting up to 50 lbs.

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.
• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.

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

Knife skills

Pantry/Grill/Sauté

Grill temperature knowledge

Mother sauces knowledge

Work under pressure

Operate kitchen equipment

Lift 35+ lbs

Stand long hours

Veterans encouraged

Education

High school diploma

Culinary training or associate degree preferred

Job description

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson, AZ seeks a Banquet Cook I to craft high-quality banquet dishes for weddings, conferences and events, working closely with the Banquet Chef to execute menus and guest experiences.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, culinary training preferred, and at least two years in a hotel banquet or catering kitchen; flexibility for weekends and holidays is required, with standing for long shifts and lifting up to 50 lbs.