High-Volume Banquet Cook — Master the Event Kitchen

Sheboygan Resort Operat; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee discounts

Benefits package

Job summary

Blue Harbor Resort in Sheboygan, WI is seeking a full-time Banquet Cook to join our culinary team.You will prepare and execute food for weddings, meetings, conferences, group events, and other banquet functions with consistent quality and on schedule.

Join a fast-paced, team-driven environment where you can develop skills in high-volume banquet production and collaborate with experienced chefs. Benefits for full-time staff and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food preparation experience preferred.
• Previous banquet, catering, hotel, or high-volume kitchen experience is a plus.
• Ability to follow recipes, production sheets, and instructions accurately.
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Dependable attendance and reliability.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and event-driven hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food for banquet events according to recipes, production sheets, portion standards, and quality expectations.
• Complete food preparation and production in accordance with banquet event orders and established timelines.
• Prepare proteins, vegetables, starches, sauces, soups, appetizers, desserts, and other banquet menu items as assigned.
• Assist with high-volume food production while maintaining consistency, quality, and proper presentation.
• Maintain proper mise en place and ensure all assigned stations are fully prepared for service.
• Work closely with banquet chefs and kitchen leadership to ensure food is ready for service at the scheduled time.
• Follow recipes, standardized procedures, and plating or presentation specifications.
• Properly label, date, store, and rotate food products using FIFO practices.
• Monitor food temperatures and follow proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout preparation and service.
• Assist with setting up, replenishing, and maintaining banquet food stations and buffet service as needed.
• Work collaboratively with banquet service, culinary, and stewarding teams to ensure smooth event execution.
• Assist with breakdown, storage, and proper handling of leftover food following established procedures.
• Assist with garbage removal and sanitation procedures in compliance with health regulations.
• Maintain awareness of event timing and adjust production as needed to meet service requirements.
• Follow all company policies, including uniform and appearance standards.
• Adapt to different stations and responsibilities as needed to support banquet operations.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by kitchen leadership.

Skills

teamwork

communication

follow recipes

attention to detail

flexible schedules

reliability

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Blue Harbor Resort in Sheboygan, WI is seeking a full-time Banquet Cook to join our culinary team.You will prepare and execute food for weddings, meetings, conferences, group events, and other banquet functions with consistent quality and on schedule.

Join a fast-paced, team-driven environment where you can develop skills in high-volume banquet production and collaborate with experienced chefs. Benefits for full-time staff and opportunities for advancement are offered.