Event Cook & Banquet Specialist (Farm-to-Table)

Los Poblanos; Los Ranchos de Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Poblanos in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an Event Cook to execute banquet-style events independently of the main kitchen, following pre-set timelines for a quality event experience.

You will set up the daily kitchen, maintain sanitation, prep, taste, and assist staff, with opportunities to work in the historic La Quinta setting and our vibrant event spaces.

This full-time, non-exempt role requires a farm-to-fork background and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment and banquet event execution.
• Own and maintain appropriate knives for the job.
• Organized with attention to detail, able to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Be on time and ready to work.
• Set up the kitchen space daily.
• Ensure Sani-buckets are set up and maintained throughout the shift and changed before service.
• Work clean and sanitize all counters before and after service.
• Review resumes for the upcoming weeks and prepare for events with timelines.
• Added value food products according to specifications.
• Maintain the quality expected from the Event Experience.
• Taste all foods and adjust before serving.
• Ensure all equipment is cleaned and maintained daily or as needed.
• Provide staff meals for the Event Service/Kitchen Team as scheduled by the Event Manager.
• Help dishwashers at all times (Full hands in, full hands out).
• Be diligent in maintaining La Quinta as a historic building.
• Treat the space with respect of the highest regard.
• Wash out and dry all sinks in the Commercial Kitchen and La Quinta.
• Sweep and mop floors daily.
• Shut down and clean all equipment at end of shift.
• Check out with Event Sous Chef before leaving.
• Inspect facilities, equipment, or supplies to ensure conformance to standards.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Farm-to-fork background

Job description

Los Poblanos in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an Event Cook to execute banquet-style events independently of the main kitchen, following pre-set timelines for a quality event experience.

You will set up the daily kitchen, maintain sanitation, prep, taste, and assist staff, with opportunities to work in the historic La Quinta setting and our vibrant event spaces.

This full-time, non-exempt role requires a farm-to-fork background and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.