Banquet Lead Cook: Plating, Stations & Service

Crescent Hotels & Resorts; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking a kitchen professional to support banquet and buffet operations at our Berkeley property. The role involves plate presentations, action stations, carving meats, and maintaining food quality across all service stages.

You will work with ovens, stoves, grills, and other equipment, following recipes and safety guidelines. A strong team player attitude and clear English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in English clearly with guests and team.
• Basic food safety and kitchen etiquette.
• Team player with willingness to pitch in.

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.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers to prepare foods.
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, and preparation checklists.
• Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
• Set-up and break down work station.
• Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles.
• Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.

Skills

English proficiency

Job description

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking a kitchen professional to support banquet and buffet operations at our Berkeley property. The role involves plate presentations, action stations, carving meats, and maintaining food quality across all service stages.

You will work with ovens, stoves, grills, and other equipment, following recipes and safety guidelines. A strong team player attitude and clear English communication are essential.