Cook (Restaurant & Banquets) - Doubletree Phoenix Midtown

Murrieta Hot Springs Resort; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix Midtown is seeking a dedicated Cook to support both restaurant and banquet culinary operations. The role prepares high-quality meals for hotel guests, restaurant patrons, meetings, events, and banquets while meeting Hilton standards for quality, safety, and presentation.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and delivers exceptional hospitality through outstanding food preparation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook in a hotel, restaurant, resort, or banquet operation preferred.
• Experience with high-volume banquet production is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper cooking techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes and production sheets accurately.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
• Food Handler Certification required or obtainable upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to established recipes and Hilton brand standards.
• Execute banquet, catering, and restaurant food production while maintaining consistency and quality.
• Prepare food for meetings, conferences, weddings, and special events as scheduled.
• Ensure proper portion control, presentation, and plate appearance.
• Assist with daily prep work, station setup, and service execution.
• Support banquet functions by preparing large-volume meals efficiently and accurately.
• Coordinate with Banquet Captains, Event Managers, and culinary leadership to meet event requirements and timelines.
• Assist with buffet setup, action stations, and banquet service execution.
• Ensure banquet food is prepared and delivered on schedule while maintaining quality standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations, storage areas, and equipment.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Properly receive, rotate, label, and store food products following FIFO procedures.
• Monitor product quality and report inventory or maintenance issues to supervisors.
• Minimize food waste through proper handling and storage practices.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Teamwork

Stamina

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Cook (Restaurant & Banquets) - Doubletree Phoenix Midtown

#26-2404

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Location Description

In the financial district, we're only four miles from downtown and the Biltmore Fashion Park. Chase Field, Grand Canyon University, Arizona State University Downtown Campus, and the Phoenix Convention Center are all within three miles. Our on-site restaurant and bar, event rooms, 24-hour fitness center, and outdoor pool and hot tub complete your stay.

Job Description

Position Summary

DoubleTree by Hilton is seeking a dedicated and skilled Cook to support both restaurant and banquet culinary operations. This position is responsible for preparing high-quality meals for hotel guests, restaurant patrons, meetings, events, and banquet functions while maintaining Hilton standards for food quality, safety, and presentation. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering exceptional hospitality through outstanding food preparation.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Production

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to established recipes and Hilton brand standards.
• Execute banquet, catering, and restaurant food production while maintaining consistency and quality.
• Prepare food for meetings, conferences, weddings, and special events as scheduled.
• Ensure proper portion control, presentation, and plate appearance.
• Assist with daily prep work, station setup, and service execution.
• Support banquet functions by preparing large-volume meals efficiently and accurately.
• Coordinate with Banquet Captains, Event Managers, and culinary leadership to meet event requirements and timelines.
• Assist with buffet setup, action stations, and banquet service execution.
• Ensure banquet food is prepared and delivered on schedule while maintaining quality standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations, storage areas, and equipment.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Properly receive, rotate, label, and store food products following FIFO procedures.
• Monitor product quality and report inventory or maintenance issues to supervisors.
• Minimize food waste through proper handling and storage practices.

Teamwork & Communication

• Work collaboratively with culinary, banquet, and front-of-house teams.
• Assist in training new team members as assigned.
• Support other kitchen areas as business needs require.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude while contributing to a team-oriented environment.

Location

Phoenix Midtown DoubleTree-PHXAR

Requirements

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook in a hotel, restaurant, resort, or banquet operation preferred.
• Experience with high-volume banquet production is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper cooking techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes and production sheets accurately.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
• Food Handler Certification required or obtainable upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hotel and banquet culinary experience.
• Experience preparing breakfast, lunch, dinner, buffet, and catered events.
• Knowledge of banquet plating and buffet presentation standards.
• Ability to work multiple stations including line, prep, and banquet production.

Status

Full-time

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