Banquet Line Cook — High-Energy Event Cuisine

Luminarias Restaurant; Monterey Park (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Health plans

Employer-paid life insurance

401k with match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Team member discounts on food and Bevs

Growth opportunities

Paid Sick Time yearly

Referral program

Job summary

Luminarias Restaurant in Monterey Park, CA is seeking a talented Banquet Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare dishes for banquets, weddings, corporate events, and other special occasions, following established recipes and maintaining high quality under pressure.

Expect a fast-paced, detail-oriented kitchen with opportunities to collaborate across teams, ensure timely event delivery, and uphold food safety standards. This is a full-time, on-site role with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a banquet cook.
• Knowledge of varied cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced event environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a wide variety of dishes for banquets and special events, including appetizers, main courses, desserts, and side dishes.
• Follow standardized recipes and portion sizes to ensure consistency and maintain high-quality standards.
• Collaborate with the Banquet Chef and kitchen team to ensure the timely preparation and delivery of food for events.
• Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure all dishes meet the establishment's standards of excellence.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace that exceeds Health Department standards.
• Work with the kitchen team to optimize operations and enhance efficiency in banquet food production.
• Communicate effectively with servers, event planners, and other team members to ensure seamless execution of banquets and events.

Skills

Banquet cooking

Cooking techniques

Team collaboration

Food safety & sanitation

Under pressure

Communication

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Luminarias Restaurant in Monterey Park, CA is seeking a talented Banquet Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare dishes for banquets, weddings, corporate events, and other special occasions, following established recipes and maintaining high quality under pressure.

Expect a fast-paced, detail-oriented kitchen with opportunities to collaborate across teams, ensure timely event delivery, and uphold food safety standards. This is a full-time, on-site role with competitive pay and benefits.