Banquet Line Cook | High-Volume Event Kitchen

Specialty Restaurants Corporation; Monterey Park (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Employer-paid life insurance

401k with annual employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Staff discounts on food and beverages

Paid sick time

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Castaway in Burbank, CA is hiring a Banquet Cook to join the culinary team. Prepare a range of dishes for banquets, weddings, and corporate events, following established recipes and portion controls.

You will work with the Banquet Chef to deliver high-quality food in a fast-paced setting, while maintaining cleanliness and safety standards. The role requires 2+ years in banquet cooking, flexibility for evenings and weekends, and strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of banquet cook experience required.
• Proficient in a variety of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a wide variety of dishes for banquets and events according to recipes.
• Follow standardized portions to ensure consistency and quality.
• Collaborate with Banquet Chef and kitchen team to ensure timely event service.
• Monitor food quality and presentation to meet high standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and comply with health codes.
• Communicate with servers and event planners to ensure smooth execution.

Skills

Thrives under pressure

Strong communication

Flexibility for evenings/weekends/hols

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or College Degree

Job description

Castaway in Burbank, CA is hiring a Banquet Cook to join the culinary team. Prepare a range of dishes for banquets, weddings, and corporate events, following established recipes and portion controls.

You will work with the Banquet Chef to deliver high-quality food in a fast-paced setting, while maintaining cleanliness and safety standards. The role requires 2+ years in banquet cooking, flexibility for evenings and weekends, and strong teamwork and communication skills.