Banquet Cook: Lead Creative Prep & Buffet Expert

Sun Valley; Sun Valley (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Valley is seeking a Banquet Cook to enhance kitchen operations for events, applying culinary knowledge in prep, knife skills, and safety procedures. You may propose menu items and demonstrate the correct technique to kitchen staff, ensuring teamwork and adherence to chef's instructions.

The role includes carving meat, attending various stations (omelet, crepe, sliders, taco), and managing buffet flow with a focus on quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proficient in culinary terminology.
• Able to safely use kitchen cutlery and equipment.
• Understanding of nutrition, portion control, and waste reduction.
• Capable of working independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare food items for service.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary work environment.
• Efficiently prepare foods according to recipes and standards.
• Prepare line items promptly.
• Follow detailed written or verbal instructions.
• Practice proper food storage principles.
• Demonstrate Garde-Manger skills to enhance appearance.
• Identify, handle, and prep meats and fish to specifications.
• Provide supervisory support when needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary terminology

Knife skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Sun Valley is seeking a Banquet Cook to enhance kitchen operations for events, applying culinary knowledge in prep, knife skills, and safety procedures. You may propose menu items and demonstrate the correct technique to kitchen staff, ensuring teamwork and adherence to chef's instructions.

The role includes carving meat, attending various stations (omelet, crepe, sliders, taco), and managing buffet flow with a focus on quality and efficiency.