Banquet Line Cook - High-Volume Event Kitchen

Memphis Pyramid -Banquets & Events; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Memphis Pyramid Banquets & Events in Memphis, TN seeks a Banquet Line Cook to prepare high-volume banquet cuisine for weddings, corporate events and private functions on-site at the Bass Pro Shops Pyramid.

You will read BEOs, prep and plate meals, supervise kitchen staff during events, uphold safety and sanitation standards, and train teammates. ServSafe certification is required; availability for evenings, weekends and holidays is needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in banquet, catering, hotel, or high-volume kitchens; leadership experience preferred for the Banquet Chef level.
• Strong knife skills, plating technique, and knowledge of high-volume cooking methods.
• Ability to read and follow recipes, banquet event orders, and production schedules.
• Basic math skills for measuring, scaling recipes, and portioning.
• ServSafe Food Handler certification required; ServSafe Manager certification preferred (or the ability to obtain upon hire).
• Ability to stand and remain active for 8–12 hours, lift up to 50 lbs., and work around hot and cold temperatures.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, including early setups and late breakdowns as event schedules require.

Responsibilities

• Review banquet event orders (BEOs) to plan prep lists, quantities, and timelines for each event.
• Prepares, cooks, and portions banquet menu items according to recipes, plating guides, and company standards.
• Executes plated service, buffets, stations, and passed hors d’oeuvres on schedule and at proper temperatures.
• Follows company procedures for guest allergies, dietary restrictions, and special meal requests to ensure all meals served are safe.
• Coordinates with the banquet captain and service team on course timing and pickups.
• Leads and directs cooks and kitchen support staff during event production as assigned.
• Assists with menu development, tastings, and recipe testing for banquet and event menus as requested.
• Hhelps train new kitchen team members on recipes, techniques, and safety protocols.
• Arrives on time, in proper uniform, and ready to work.
• Maintains a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen and follows all food safety standards.

Skills

Banquet cooking

Knife skills

Recipe reading

Portioning math

ServSafe certified

Job description

Memphis Pyramid Banquets & Events in Memphis, TN seeks a Banquet Line Cook to prepare high-volume banquet cuisine for weddings, corporate events and private functions on-site at the Bass Pro Shops Pyramid.

You will read BEOs, prep and plate meals, supervise kitchen staff during events, uphold safety and sanitation standards, and train teammates. ServSafe certification is required; availability for evenings, weekends and holidays is needed.