Banquet Line Cook | Elevate Elegant Event Dining

San Jose Country Club; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Tuition assistance

Job summary

San Jose Country Club in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a talented Banquet Line Cook to join our culinary team. This role offers the chance to showcase kitchen skills in an elegant, fast-paced club environment where quality and presentation matter.

You will prepare banquet meals, set up stations efficiently, and follow standardized recipes to ensure consistent presentation for events of varying sizes. Familiarity with FIFO, food safety, and teamwork is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of line cook or banquet cooking experience in a hotel, club, or restaurant setting.
• Solid knowledge of cooking techniques, knife skills, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced banquet kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute high-quality banquet meals for events of varying sizes and styles.
• Set up and break down banquet line stations efficiently before and after service.
• Follow standardized recipes and plating guidelines to ensure consistency and presentation.
• Coordinate with banquet and kitchen staff to ensure timely food production and service.
• Maintain proper food storage, labeling, and rotation following FIFO standards.
• Uphold strict food safety and sanitation standards in compliance with health regulations.
• Assist with prep work including chopping, portioning, and mise en place for upcoming events.

Skills

Line cook

Banquet cooking

Knife skills

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

San Jose Country Club in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a talented Banquet Line Cook to join our culinary team. This role offers the chance to showcase kitchen skills in an elegant, fast-paced club environment where quality and presentation matter.

You will prepare banquet meals, set up stations efficiently, and follow standardized recipes to ensure consistent presentation for events of varying sizes. Familiarity with FIFO, food safety, and teamwork is essential for success.