Banquet Cook The Rittenhouse Hotel 210 W Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Philadelphia Theatre Company; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and dynamic team as a Banquet Cook in an innovative culinary environment. This role focuses on preparing high-quality dishes while ensuring a safe and sanitary work environment. You will have the opportunity to grow your career from Lead Cook to Executive Chef, contributing to guest satisfaction and excellence in service. If you are passionate about food and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this position offers a chance to shine in the culinary arts while being part of a team that values quality and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Previous culinary experience or equivalent training required.
• Department of Health Sanitation certificate may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to recipes and standards.
• Maintain clean and sanitized work areas.
• Follow safe food handling procedures.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Practices

Culinary Techniques

Guest Satisfaction

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Opportunity: Banquet Cook

Prepare food items according to recipes and standards, taking pride in the excellence and quality of cuisine, while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.
Potential Career Path

Lead Cook – Sous Chef – Executive Chef – Food and Beverage Director
Essential Job Functions

• Follow recipes to prepare food items accordingly.
• Wash, peel, and cut fruits and vegetables; cut, trim, or clean meat.
• Prepare appetizers, salads, or cold dishes.
• Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Bake breads, rolls, or other baked goods.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food for pick up by server or deliver to guests.
• Maintain clean and sanitized work areas such as cutting boards, counters and work spaces.
• Secure and store food items properly.
• Prepare and Maintain the employee cafeteria
• Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
• Follow safe food handling procedures.
• Follow guidelines related to sustainability practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
• Practice safe work habits and wear protective safety equipment.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Position Requirements

• High School diploma preferred.
• Previous culinary experience or equivalent training required.
• Department of Health Sanitation certificate may be required.

Work Environment and Context

• Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays, weekends and alternate shifts.
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching.

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