Lead Banquet Cook

CoralTree Hospitality; Indio (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

CoralTree Hospitality in Indio, CA seeks a Lead Banquet Cook to oversee kitchen staff, lead hot and cold line work, and ensure high-quality, consistent presentations for hotel guests.

The role emphasizes leadership, safety, and collaboration with culinary teams to exceed guest expectations in dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Three years of training or related experience required.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, food products, and food service equipment.
• Able to work flexible hours and days.

Responsibilities

• Leads by example and masters both the hot and cold food item production.
• Inspects presentation quality and expedites the line as needed.
• Must be able to read recipes and follow measurement instructions accurately.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with all team members.
• Consistently practice safe and sanitary food handling techniques.
• Maintain workstation and equipment safety and cleanliness.
• Apply basic knife skills required for preparation of hot and cold foods.

Job description

Overview

The Lead Banquet Cook is responsible for oversight of the kitchen staff who prepare, cook, and garnish meals for hotel guests and patrons. The Lead Cook will provide leadership and guidance to the shift staff and also will work on the hot or cold line as needed. With focus on quality and production levels, this position will assist the culinary team with their mission to exceed customers’ expectations related to food quality and dining experience.

Salary Rate: $24/hour

Responsibilities

• Leads by example and masters both the hot and cold food item production.
• Inspects presentation quality and expedites the line as needed.
• Must be able to read recipes and follow measurement instructions accurately.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with all team members.
• Consistently practice safe and sanitary food handling techniques.
• Maintain workstation and equipment safety and cleanliness.
• Apply basic knife skills required for preparation of hot and cold foods.

Qualifications

• Able to work flexible hours and days.
• Three years of training or related experience required.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, food products, and food service equipment.
• Previous experience maintaining professional and respectful work relationships.

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