Banquet Prep Cook: Elevate Event Kitchen Skills

Concord Hospitality Brand; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Discounted room rates at Concord‑patro

Job summary

Renaissance Westerville – The #1 Renaissance Hotel in the Country is hiring a Banquet Prep Cook to support banquets, weddings, and events. You will prep proteins, sauces, vegetables, and buffet components, while following BEOs and recipes under the direction of the Lead Banquet Cook and Culinary Leadership.

This role offers exposure to multiple kitchen areas, cross-training on Line Cook duties, and opportunities to grow within a fast-paced, guest-focused culinary team at Concord Hospitality.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or prep cook experience preferred (hotel or banquet experience a plus).
• Knowledge of basic food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items for banquets and special events, including proteins, sauces, vegetables, starches, hors d’oeuvres, and buffet components.
• Execute prep lists based on BEOs, timelines, and recipes.
• Support large-scale culinary production for conferences, weddings, and high-profile events.
• Maintain clean, organized, and food-safe workstations and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with Lead Banquet Cook and Culinary Leadership to ensure event readiness.
• Assist with plating, garnishing, and banquet setup.
• Cross-train on Line Cook duties and service execution.
• Support other kitchen areas during peak periods.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food preparation techniques

Food safety & sanitation

Strong work ethic

Flexible scheduling

Stamina & lifting to 50 lbs

Team player

Job description

Renaissance Westerville – The #1 Renaissance Hotel in the Country is hiring a Banquet Prep Cook to support banquets, weddings, and events. You will prep proteins, sauces, vegetables, and buffet components, while following BEOs and recipes under the direction of the Lead Banquet Cook and Culinary Leadership.

This role offers exposure to multiple kitchen areas, cross-training on Line Cook duties, and opportunities to grow within a fast-paced, guest-focused culinary team at Concord Hospitality.