Lead Cook

Jobtailor; Pacific Beach (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Washington is seeking an experienced Banquet Cook to join our high-volume culinary team. The role focuses on planning diverse banquet menus in collaboration with the Events team, maintaining taste and presentation standards, and leading a kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities include supervising prep and cooking, ensuring safety and quality, training staff, and overseeing operations during events while maintaining a clean, organized kitchen and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification preferred.
• Experience as Banquet Cook in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Events team to plan banquet menus.
• Supervise and participate in preparation and cooking of banquet dishes.
• Monitor food presentation and taste, ensure high standards.
• Lead banquet kitchen team to deliver exceptional experiences.
• Provide guidance and training to kitchen staff for efficiency.
• Conduct quality checks for consistency in taste and portions.
• Oversee kitchen operations during events and coordinate stations.
• Manage inventory and keep kitchen organized and clean.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ensure health and safety standards are met.

Skills

Banquet cooking

Food safety

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary degree

Job description

• Collaborate with the Events team to plan and develop creative and diverse banquet menus.
• Ensure that menus align with client preferences, dietary restrictions, and event themes.
• Supervise and participate in the preparation and cooking of banquet dishes according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Monitor food presentation and ensure that all dishes meet the highest standards of taste and visual appeal.
• Lead and motivate the banquet kitchen team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to kitchen staff to maintain a high level of efficiency and productivity.
• Conduct regular quality checks to ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion sizes.
• Address any issues or discrepancies promptly to maintain the highest standards of food quality.
• Oversee kitchen operations during banquet events, ensuring smooth coordination between various kitchen stations.
• Manage inventory, order supplies, and maintain a well‑organized and clean kitchen environment.
• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent work and educational experience
• Culinary degree or relevant certification is preferred
• Proven experience as a Banquet Cook or similar role in a high-volume culinary environment
• WA Food Workers Card required
• All candidates must pass a background check prior to employment

Certifications & Qualifications

• Culinary degree
• WA Food Workers Card