Banquet Prep Cook – Fast-Paced Event Kitchen

Catholic Charities Jacksonville; Fort Mason (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cook at Marywood Retreat and Conference Center operates under the supervision of the Executive Chef to prepare food for events and maintain inventory for a high-volume kitchen. The role emphasizes food handling, labeling, and adherence to hygiene standards across the F&B operation.

Responsibilities include preparing cold foods for weddings and events, organizing inventory, and ensuring proper FIFO practices while maintaining clean, safe kitchen spaces and following health regulations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and 6–12 months of quick-service/food prep experience.
• Current Food Handler and Manager certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to identify and process different cuts of meat and fish.
• Must pass the required history screening every 5 years; Rid of any disqualifiers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cold foods (vegetables, salads, dressings, fruits) for events.
• Maintain kitchen inventory, organize, stock, and date ingredients.
• Ensure FIFO organization and report stock status to Executive Chef.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness of workstations and equipment.

Skills

Food handler certification

Manager certification

ServSafe certification

Kitchen management certification

Time management

Education

High School diploma

Cook certification preferred

Job description

The Cook at Marywood Retreat and Conference Center operates under the supervision of the Executive Chef to prepare food for events and maintain inventory for a high-volume kitchen. The role emphasizes food handling, labeling, and adherence to hygiene standards across the F&B operation.

Responsibilities include preparing cold foods for weddings and events, organizing inventory, and ensuring proper FIFO practices while maintaining clean, safe kitchen spaces and following health regulations.