Buffet & Banquet Cook II — Vegas Hotel Kitchen

Renaissance Las Vegas Hotel; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Job summary

Highgate Hotels' Renaissance Las Vegas is seeking a Cook to prepare all food items per standardized recipes for Restaurants, Room Service, Employee Cafeteria and Banquets while upholding sanitation and safety standards. The role supports multiple stations and requires the ability to work at high pace with accurate portion control.

You will maintain cold and hot kitchen areas, assist in menu execution, and ensure consistent quality.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Culinary experience required.
• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to stand during entire shift
• Ability to withstand temperature variations both hot and cold.
• Have thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required, according to hotel standards.
• Proficiency in cooking techniques: charbroiling, poaching, deep-frying, sauté, braising, roasting and par-cooking.
• Knowledge of herbs and spices and proper use of each.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas.
• Complete necessary food and station preparation prior to opening to ensure guests are served promptly.
• Prepare and display buffet food items according to hotel standards.
• Recognize quality standards in fresh vegetables, fish, dairy and meat products.
• Maintain clean and sanitary environment with proper handling, storage and sanitation.
• Prepare food for Banquets as per specifications.
• Prepare and service food for Employee Cafeteria as directed by Chef.
• Follow hotel standard recipes; assist in other kitchen positions as needed.
• Breakdown buffets and kitchen line; store food and equipment properly.
• Work banquet food station as scheduled by Chef.
• Know location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment.
• Practice safe work habits to avoid injuries.
• Use Production Charts as specified by hotel's standards.

Skills

Culinary experience

Flexible schedule

Stand for long shifts

Physical stamina

Menu knowledge

Cooking techniques

Herbs and spices knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Highgate Hotels' Renaissance Las Vegas is seeking a Cook to prepare all food items per standardized recipes for Restaurants, Room Service, Employee Cafeteria and Banquets while upholding sanitation and safety standards. The role supports multiple stations and requires the ability to work at high pace with accurate portion control.

You will maintain cold and hot kitchen areas, assist in menu execution, and ensure consistent quality.