Banquet Kitchen Specialist – Entry-Level Cook

Grand Pacific Resorts; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Pacific Hotel Services LP in Carlsbad, CA is hiring a full-time Cook to manage food production for banquets, ensuring quality and timely service, and upholding sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include setting up stations, preparing items per descriptions, coordinating with the Kitchen team, and maintaining safety. The role requires 3–7+ years of restaurant cooking experience and a valid Food Handler’s Card.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent required.
• Certified Cook level or higher.
• 3-7+ years cooking experience in a full service restaurant.
• Must have valid Food Handler’s Card.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain any government required licenses, certificates or permits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items for customers using a quality predetermined method in a timely and consistent manner.
• Set up station with predetermined mise en place required to service all banquet functions.
• Practice sanitation and safety daily to ensure total customer satisfaction.
• Consult with Kitchen Supervisor, Sous Chef, or Executive Chef on a daily basis.
• Attend, train and collaborate on hotel programs for continuous improvement.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation practices

Communication skills

Reading recipes

Education

High school or equivalent

Certified Cook level or higher

Food Handler’s Card

Tools

Slicer

Buffalo chopper

Grinders

Mixers

Job description

Grand Pacific Hotel Services LP in Carlsbad, CA is hiring a full-time Cook to manage food production for banquets, ensuring quality and timely service, and upholding sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include setting up stations, preparing items per descriptions, coordinating with the Kitchen team, and maintaining safety. The role requires 3–7+ years of restaurant cooking experience and a valid Food Handler’s Card.