Hotel Kitchen & Banquet Cook

OTH Hotels Resorts; Southbury, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Hotel & Conference Center in Southbury, CT is seeking a Cook to prepare menu items across dining, banquet, and cafeteria services. The role emphasizes quality, presentation, and safety in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

We value strong culinary fundamentals, teamwork, and the ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays. Prior hospitality experience preferred; high school diploma required; health/safety certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary school or related experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in hospitality or restaurant food service.
• Strong cooking techniques, menu understanding, and kitchen workflow.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items across dining room, banquet, and cafeteria service areas.
• Ensure consistency in taste, portioning, and presentation of all menu items.
• Follow FIFO and proper storage practices; assist with inventory and requisitions.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards; cooperate with stewarding for clean equipment.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary school or related experience preferred

Job description

Heritage Hotel & Conference Center in Southbury, CT is seeking a Cook to prepare menu items across dining, banquet, and cafeteria services. The role emphasizes quality, presentation, and safety in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

We value strong culinary fundamentals, teamwork, and the ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays. Prior hospitality experience preferred; high school diploma required; health/safety certification preferred.