Cook I - Banquets

Loews Hotels & Co; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid sick days

Paid vacation

Holidays & Bereavement

Free onsite parking

Complimentary meals

Tuition reimbursement

Team Member discounts

Job summary

Loews Nashville Hotel is seeking a Banquet Cook I to prepare and present high-quality banquet dishes for weddings, conferences, and events in a busy luxury hotel environment.

You will work closely with the Banquet Chef and kitchen team to ensure timely service, safety, and consistent plating across multiple venues, including handling special dietary needs and live stations when required.

Qualifications

• Experience with knife handling and station work across pantry, grill, and sauté.
• Ability to follow menus, recipes, and portion controls accurately.
• Knowledge of basic mother sauces and proper sanitation practices.
• Capable of working under pressure during events and large functions.
• Strong communication and teamwork with kitchen staff and event teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present banquet menu items for weddings, conferences, and events.
• Set up and stock banquet stations with needed supplies and ingredients.
• Coordinate with event timelines to ensure timely meal delivery.
• Collaborate with catering teams to meet dietary and thematic requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and banquet prep areas.
• Assist with buffet setup, plating, and live cooking stations as needed.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation per health regulations and hotel policies.

Skills

Knife skills

Pantry & grill & sauté

Food safety knowledge

Team collaboration

Pressure handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SERV Safe Certification

Job description

Recognized as a Tennessean Top Workplace, Loews Nashville Hotel offers careers in a newly renovated luxury setting where iconic legacy meets modern elegance and Nashville soul. Located on West End, team members support 341 upscale rooms, two dining venues, and 24,000 sq. ft. of premier event space.

Who We Are:

Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations. Growth and belonging start here; you’ll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role—from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT—offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

What We Offer:

• Competitive health & wellness benefits
• 401(k) retirement plans with company match
• Paid Sick Days
• Vacation
• Holidays & Paid Bereavement
• 401(k) retirement plans with company matching
• Pet Insurance and Paid Pet Bereavement
• Free onsite parking and 50% off monthly bus passes
• Complimentary meals in Team Member Café while working
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Training & Development opportunities, career growth
• Tuition reimbursement
• Team Member Hotel discounts
• other perks & more!

Benefits are subject to eligibility and may vary by position

What We’re Looking For:

The Banquet Cook I is responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality food for banquet functions and events hosted at the hotel. This position plays a key role in ensuring exceptional guest experiences through consistent food preparation, presentation, and service. The Banquet Cook I works closely with the Banquet Chef and kitchen team to execute menus for weddings, conferences, meetings, and other group events.

Who You Are:

A Banquet Cook I must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Experienced in knife skills.
• Ability to work pantry, grill and sauté station.
• Knowledge on grill cooking temperature, and sauté techniques.
• Knowledge of basic mother sauces.
• Ability to work under pressure, handle multiple tasks and difficult situations.
• Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry food service trays weighting 35+ pounds.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend repetitively during entire shift.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare, cook, and present banquet menu items in accordance with hotel recipes, portion control standards, and guest expectations.
• Set up and stock workstations with all necessary supplies and ingredients for banquet service.
• Coordinate food preparation with banquet event timelines to ensure timely delivery of meals.
• Collaborate with banquet and catering teams to meet specific event requirements, including dietary restrictions or themed meals.
• Follow all hotel brand standards for quality, presentation, and sanitation.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment, banquet prep areas, and walk-in coolers.
• Assist with buffet setup, plating, carving stations, or live cooking stations as needed.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation in accordance with local health department regulations and hotel policies.
• Assist in inventory management and notify supervisor of shortages in ingredients or supplies.
• Train and mentor junior cooks and kitchen staff when assigned.
• Adapt to last-minute changes and problem-solve effectively in a fast-paced event environment.
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards.
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs.
• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Your Qualification Include:

• Required High school diploma or equivalent required
• formal culinary training or associate degree preferred
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a hotel, banquet, or catering kitchen
• Knowledge of banquet-style service, buffet preparation, and large-volume cooking techniques
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards (SERV Safe Certification preferred)
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and early/late shifts based on event needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays

Headquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels & Co is rooted in deep heritage in the hotel industry and excellence in service. As one of the only independently owned family hotel companies, we know that hospitality comes from the heart. Loews Hotels & Co owns and operates hotels and resorts across the U.S. and Canada. Located in major city centers and resort destinations, including multiple hotels in partnership with Universal Orlando Resort, Loews Hotels & Co features properties grounded in family heritage and dedicated to delivering unscripted guest moments, all with a locally handcrafted approach. We pride ourselves on the individuality and uniqueness of our offering. Joining Loews Hotels & Co means not just gaining a job, it means becoming a part of a family. A family where Team Member growth and empowerment are part of our DNA and have been for decades. We offer progressive benefits including paid parental leave, 401K matching and travel benefits, and opportunities for ongoing learning and development. But beyond that, as a member of the Loews Hotels family, you are part of a culture of diversity and inclusion, one that works hard to protect our environment with eco-friendly and sustainability programs, and one that is always a good neighbor to their communities, supporting them in ways large and small.

We welcome you to join us.

Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.