Cook 1 | Banquets | Full Time

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Florida; On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa is seeking cooks for banquet service to provide high-quality prepared items per BEOs and prep lists. You will ensure portion control, proper temperatures, and sanitation while delivering exceptional guest experiences at a luxury hotel.

Entry to advanced levels available; candidates should have 6 months to 3 years of banquet cook experience, strong math skills, and the ability to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months to 3 years relevant culinary experience, preferably in high volume upscale hotel banquet operation.
• Familiar with batch and quantity cooking.
• Thorough knowledge of food handling and preparation techniques.
• Basic math skills to understand recipes and measurements.
• Good eye/hand coordination for kitchen work.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced high-pressure environment while preserving Omni standards.
• Ability to handle stress with a calm, welcoming demeanor.
• Ability to work with others across departments.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and follow up.
• Ability to produce high volumes while maintaining quality.
• Knowledge of sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all items on BEOs or cover sheets according to standard procedure.
• Prepare all items on prep list following standard procedure.
• Maintain high quality by inspecting all food products for quality.
• Check portion control, weights and counts prior to function.
• Cook according to SOP and monitor cooking times/temps.
• Follow storage procedures for walk-in items and returns.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Ensure walk-in and prep areas meet Health Department standards.
• Prepare food of consistent quality per recipes and standards.
• Date and rotate perishables, manage stock levels.
• Coordinate with other cooks for events or special requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Culinary leadership.

Skills

Culinary experience

Batch cooking

Food safety

Math skills

Eye/hand coordination

Teamwork

Communication

High-volume dining

Sanitation knowledge

Shift flexibility

Physical stamina

Tools

Knives

Commercial equipment

Job description

Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa

At Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa, guests enjoy 3.5 miles of beach, scenic marshlands, luxurious oceanfront accommodations, world-class golf, dining, family-friendly activities and a full-service spa.

Our associates are part of a dynamic, supportive team that values respect, gratitude, and empowerment. We offer hands-on training, growth opportunities, and the pride of working for a company known for exceptional service. If you're friendly, motivated, and passionate about serving others, Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa may be your perfect fit.

Overview

Provide high quality standards and procedures in preparing/serving all banquet food. Based on experience, qualified candidates will be placed in Cook 1 (advanced) Cook 2 (intermediate) or Cook 3 (entry level) positions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all items on BEO's or cover sheets according to standard procedure or otherwise told by supervisor.
• Prepare all items on prep list following standard procedure or otherwise told by supervisor.
• Always maintain high quality by inspecting all food products for quality when working on prep list and service line.
• Check portion control, weights and counts prior to function.
• Fire all food in accordance to 30-minute SOP
• Maintain/check cooking times and temperatures.
• Follow all storage procedures when taking food out of walk-in and when returning food to walk-in.
• Always maintain cleanliness of work area.
• Keep walk-in, prep area and equipment up to Health Department standards at all time.
• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per check from servers.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per standards, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull, and line set up. Note any out of stock items or possible shortages.
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Cooperate with other cooks to prepare events or special requirements on meals.
• Perform any other job‑related duties as assigned by Culinary leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months (for entry level) to 3 years (advanced) relevant culinary experience, preferably in high volume upscale hotel banquet operation.
• Must be familiar with batch and quantity cooking.
• Thorough knowledge of food handling and preparation techniques.
• Basic math skills needed to understand and implement recipes and measurements.
• Good eye/hand coordination needed to use all kitchen equipment.
• The ability to work in a fast‑paced high‑pressure work environment while executing delegated tasks and assignments, maintaining quality per Omni standards.
• Ability to handle stressful situations, while maintaining a calm and welcoming demeanor.
• Ability to work cohesively with co‑workers both within and outside of your department.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and follow up.
• Ability to produce high volumes of work while maintaining quality per Omni standards.
• Requires a working knowledge of sanitation standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as organizational skills.
• Must be able to utilize culinary tools (knives, commercial equipment, etc.) and taste/smell.
• Must be able to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Move, bend, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 40 pounds without assistance.
• Stand or walk for an extended period or for an entire work shift.
• Position requires repetitive motion and consistent use of arms and hands.

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link: EEOC is the Law Poster.