Banquet Prep Cook - $16.00 per hour - Open availability

Arkansas Hospitality Association, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability options

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Discounted room rates at Concord-maint

Job summary

Concord Hospitality in Durham, NC is seeking a Prep Cook to deliver high-quality dining experiences by preparing food with consistency, accuracy, and care. You will help ensure safety, organization, and guest satisfaction, contributing to smooth kitchen operations.

Responsibilities include following brand recipe cards, documenting containers per SOP, maintaining safety standards, arriving in a clean uniform, and accommodating guest requests.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior kitchen or food preparation experience is a plus.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency in food quality.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Commitment to safety and sanitation standards.
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following brand recipe cards.
• Properly document all food containers with adherence to rotations per SOP.
• Practice safety standards at all times.
• Report to work in full clean uniform, on time, and ready to serve.
• Cook orders with adherence to guest requests and special needs in a positive manner.
• Be proactive with ordering and pars, food preparation, and equipment upkeep to eliminate service obstacles.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on October 15, 2026

Locations

• Durham, NC 27703, USA
• On-site
• Banquet
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: BANQU064656

Description

As a Prep Cook at Concord Hospitality, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality dining experiences by preparing food with consistency, accuracy, and care. Your dedication to safety, organization, and guest satisfaction will ensure smooth kitchen operations and contribute to the overall success of our hospitality team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following brand recipe cards
• Properly document all food containers with adherence to rotations per SOP
• Practice safety standards at all times
• Report to work in full clean uniform, on time, and ready to serve
• Cook orders with adherence to guest requests and special needs in a positive manner
• Be proactive with ordering and pars, food preparation, and equipment upkeep to eliminate service obstacles

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior kitchen or food preparation experience is a plus
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency in food quality
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Commitment to safety and sanitation standards
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively in a team environment

Benefits (Full-Time Associates Only)

• Competitive wages
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and short/long-term disability options
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Discounted room rates at Concord-managed hotels
• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities

Why Join Concord?

At Concord Hospitality, we invest in our associates through training and development at all levels. Our “Associate First” culture supports growth, balance, and diversity.

Built on five cornerstones—Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and FUN!—our associates proudly cheer:

“We Are Concord!”

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and strive to be a Great Place to Work for All.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.