Cook III - Banquet Kitchen

The Venetian Las Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Venetian Las Vegas is seeking a Cook III - Banquets to uphold quality control and ensure guest satisfaction across all banquet events in a high-volume resort setting. You will follow established preparation methods, coordinate BEOs, and work closely with banquet chefs to resolve production or supply issues.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of banquet kitchen experience, strong reading of recipes and standards, and a commitment to safety and sanitation.

Qualifications

• Requires 3–5 years cooking experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Must be able to read and translate recipes and standards.
• Must maintain sanitation and safety standards (OSHA).
• Ability to work at multiple banquet stations.

Responsibilities

• Follows methods of food preparation, portion sizes, and garnishing for banquet events.
• Organizes functions and coordinates Banquet Event Orders (BEO).
• Expedites BEOs and prep work in a timely manner.
• Assesses cooked foods by taste, appearance, and smell.
• Maintains inventory and FIFO rotation.
• Communicates with banquet chefs regarding production and shortages.
• Mentors and guides Cook I/II.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation.
• Works weekends and holidays; shows flexibility.

Skills

Banquet cooking

Food safety

Inventory control

Team leadership

High-volume kitchen

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview:

The primary responsibility of the Cook III - Banquets is to maintain quality control to ensure all products are served according to procedures and to the guests’ satisfaction.

All duties to be performed in accordance with departmental and Venetian/Palazzo policies, practices, and procedures.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Follows the methods of food preparation and cooking, sizes of portions, mixing of sauces, and garnishing of foods to ensure food is prepared in the prescribed manner by the banquet chef team.


• Organize functions and coordination of Banquet Event Orders(BEO)


• Expedites all Banquet Event Orders (BEO) in prescribed timely manner.


• Expedite all prep work in timely manner.


• Evaluates all cooked food before serving by taste, appearance, and smell.


• Conduct inventory on a regular basis to ensure proper par levels and/or prep list is completed


• Ensure all products are rotating in first-in, first-out philosophy.


• Communicates and coordinates with the banquet chefs in regards to production, preparation, cooking of food for BEO’s, food and equipment issues/shortages.


• Performs all other job related duties as requested.


• Assists in overseeing cook I/II is performing his/her job functions for all aspects of Banquet Event Orders.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

• Versatile in both hot and cold menu items.


• Be able to work any station: fry, saute, broil, saucier, prep for hot and cold food, and putting away all products.


• Maintains organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment.


• Maintains safety and health department standards.


• Be able to handle guest complaints and resolve problems as they arise.


• Operates position without direct supervision of banquet chef team.


• Attends all scheduled staff meetings.


• Attend training sessions and retains knowledge covered therein.


• Safety is an essential function of this job.


• Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this job


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

Company Standards of Conduct

All Venetian Resort Team Members are expected to conduct and carry themselves in a professional manner at all times. Team Members are required to observe the Company’s standards, work requirements and rules of conduct.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

• 21 years of age.


• Proof of authorization/eligibility to work in the United States.


• Must have aHigh school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate and basic reading, writing and mathematical skills.


• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Health card and any other certification or license, as required by law or policy.


• Must have a minimum of 3-5 years cooking experience in a high volume kitchen, preferably in a 4 or 5 star resort or hotel.


• Mentor, teach, provide leadership, and serve as a resource to fellow cooks.


• Be accountable, handle constructive criticism, and continue to grow professionally in the culinary field.


• Knowledge of soup, sauces, meat, fish, poultry, casserole, and vegetable preparations.


• Able to read, translate, and execute recipes.


• Advanced knife skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Excellent knowledge of basic and large production kitchen equipment.


• Knowledgeable in proper food handling practice


• Knowledgeable in proper sanitation practice.


• Ability to communicate effectively in a positive/upbeat fashion utilizing English, both in oral and written form.


• Have interpersonal skills with focused attention to guest needs to deal effectively with all business contacts.


• Maintain a professional, neat and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company appearance standards.


• Maintain consistent adherence to the Venetian and Palazzo Unmatched Guest Service Standards.


• Comply with occupational, health, and safety standards (OSHA).


• Must be able to work with others, communicate well, give direction, review the work of others, and provide guidance and counsel when needed to achieve department goals and objectives.


• Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to:

• Lift or carry 50 pounds, unassisted, in the performance of specific tasks, as assigned.


• Physically access all areas of the property and drive areas with or without a reasonable accommodation.


• Maintain composure under pressure and consistently meet deadlines with internal and external customers and contacts.


• Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with guests, management, other team members, and outside contacts.


• Ability for prolonged periods of time to walk, stand, stretch, bend and kneel


• Work in a fast-paced and busy environment.


• Work indoors and be exposed to various environmental factors such as, but not limited to, CRT, noise, dust, and cigarette smoke.