Banquet Cook: Precision Plating for High-Profile Events

GreatHorse; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

PTO

401K and Roth

Job summary

GreatHorse’s Banquet Cook role at The Starting Gate in western Massachusetts involves daily food preparation for a station, with plating and presentation responsibilities that align with the Executive/ Sous Chef directions.

In this position, you’ll manage prep, rotate station duties to minimize waste, and work calmly under demanding conditions to deliver five-star dining experiences for events at The Starting Gate.

Qualifications

• Previous work experience as a line cook in a restaurant/club is a plus.
• Physical ability and stamina to carry heavy trays and stand for long hours.
• Availability to work various shifts, including weekends.
• Multitasking abilities.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Have a good attitude and participate as a member of the team.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Present food using proper plate presentation techniques.
• Coordinate completion of menu items
• Prepare work checklist and organize workstations for each shift.
• Abide by prep lists set forth by chefs.
• Check and maintain coolers and storage areas for cleanliness, quantity, and quality of food.
• Requisition food with necessary approvals according to policy
• Take care of ranges, ovens, broilers, fryers, griddles, utensils, and other equipment
• Work well in a collaborative environment and under demanding conditions.
• Ensure station prep is rotated and prepared properly to reduce waste.
• Be efficient in preparing stocks, soups, sauces, sandwiches, salads, and sautéed items.
• Prepare butcher and cook meat, poultry, fish, and seafood.
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
• Understand banquet/function prep and execution.
• Maintain reasonable, regular, punctual attendance consistent with Company policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other laws.

Skills

Line cook

Team member

Stamina

Shift flexibility

Multitasking

Communication

Positive attitude

Job description

GreatHorse’s Banquet Cook role at The Starting Gate in western Massachusetts involves daily food preparation for a station, with plating and presentation responsibilities that align with the Executive/ Sous Chef directions.

In this position, you’ll manage prep, rotate station duties to minimize waste, and work calmly under demanding conditions to deliver five-star dining experiences for events at The Starting Gate.