Banquets Cook I: Elevate Guest Experience

Montage Hotels & Resorts; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Free uniforms and cleaning

Healthcare benefits

401k retirement plan with company

Hotel discounts

Associates’ events throughout the year

Job summary

Montage Hotels & Resorts in Newport Beach is seeking a Cook I to join Pendry's culinary team. You'll work with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execute high-quality hot and cold dishes, delivering guest experiences that meet our luxury standards.

This role offers opportunities to train new kitchen associates, collaborate with colleagues across departments, and contribute to innovative menu items while maintaining top sanitation and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of culinary techniques and cooking methods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to collaborate in a team with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of food orders
• Collaborate with associates to meet production goals and ensure smooth kitchen operations
• Assist with training new kitchen associates
• Supervise and mentor cooks and kitchen staff, providing guidance and support as needed
• Create and innovate new menu items and specials
• Skillfully prepare hot and cold foods that meet our hotel’s high standards
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of food products, sanitation standards, and culinary techniques
• Able to fulfill guest orders in a timely manner with attention to detail
• Able to work in a collaborative environment while maintaining professionalism
• Deliver on guests’ expectations and create WOW moments
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs

Skills

Culinary techniques

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Montage Hotels & Resorts in Newport Beach is seeking a Cook I to join Pendry's culinary team. You'll work with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execute high-quality hot and cold dishes, delivering guest experiences that meet our luxury standards.

This role offers opportunities to train new kitchen associates, collaborate with colleagues across departments, and contribute to innovative menu items while maintaining top sanitation and safety practices.