Banquet Lead Cook - Plating & Service Leader

The Crescent Hotels Group; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Crescent Hotels Group in Berkeley, CA is seeking a Banquet Cook to prepare and present dishes for events, operate ovens and service stations, and maintain cleanliness and safety throughout service periods.

You will follow recipes and quality standards, work with a team to ensure timely service and guest satisfaction, and uphold safety policies. Applicants should be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate in English.
• Be a team player and help co-workers as needed.
• Dexterity to operate food machinery and handle utensils.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proper plate and platter presentations for banquets.
• Set up and operate action stations for banquet or buffet.
• Carve buffet meats as requested by guests and ensure adequate stock of items.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers to prepare foods and ingredients.
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes and standards; prepare cold foods.
• Test foods to ensure proper cooking; monitor quality during prep.
• Set up and break down work stations; serve portions.
• Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, and equipment.

Skills

English communication

Team player

Dexterity

Job description

The Crescent Hotels Group in Berkeley, CA is seeking a Banquet Cook to prepare and present dishes for events, operate ovens and service stations, and maintain cleanliness and safety throughout service periods.

You will follow recipes and quality standards, work with a team to ensure timely service and guest satisfaction, and uphold safety policies. Applicants should be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.