Banquet Kitchen Assistant — Travel-Ready Prep Pro

Cotton Holdings Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Travel opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Employee growth opportunities

Job summary

Cotton Holdings, Inc. – Culinary division is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support banquet operations, assist in meal prep, kitchen cleaning, and maintain workflow efficiency. This role requires attention to detail, strong teamwork, and the ability to travel as needed for events.

You will assist in plating, dishwashing, and sanitation while supporting multiple sites and events. Competitive pay is offered for a fast-paced, dynamic team environment within a leading culinary services provider.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of kitchen experience, preferably in catering or restaurant environments.
• Experience as server, dishwasher, or in kitchen sanitation is desirable.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record and reliable transportation.
• Ability and willingness to travel 50–75% of the time.
• Must be 21 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation, plating, and service for large-scale events.
• Perform general kitchen duties: dishwashing, sanitizing surfaces, maintaining cleanliness.
• Support catering operations by organizing and transporting food and supplies to locations.
• Set up and break down kitchen areas for banquets; ensure tools/equipment are cleaned and stored.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and kitchen hygiene per company policies.
• Assist in stocking and organizing kitchen supplies and ingredients.
• Travel to various job sites to support catering operations with the culinary team.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Detail orientation

Team player

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Job description

Cotton Holdings, Inc. – Culinary division is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support banquet operations, assist in meal prep, kitchen cleaning, and maintain workflow efficiency. This role requires attention to detail, strong teamwork, and the ability to travel as needed for events.

You will assist in plating, dishwashing, and sanitation while supporting multiple sites and events. Competitive pay is offered for a fast-paced, dynamic team environment within a leading culinary services provider.