Banquet Cook

Description of the role:

The Banquet Cook at Park Place Hotel in Traverse City, MI is a vital part of our culinary team. They are responsible for preparing delicious and high-quality dishes for banquets, weddings, and other special events hosted at our hotel. Attention to detail, organization, and creativity are essential for this role.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook menu items following recipes and presentation standards
• Coordinate with the Banquet Chef to ensure timely delivery of dishes
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Assist in menu planning and development

Requirements:

• Prior experience as a cook in a banquet or catering setting
• Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and organization skills

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation: $19 - $23 per hour
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Health insurance and other benefits

About the Company:

Park Place Hotel is a well-established hotel in the heart of Traverse City, MI. With a commitment to excellence in hospitality and culinary services, we strive to provide memorable experiences for our guests and employees alike.

Job Summary : If cooking is your passion, we need you today! Bring your culinary skills and join our team as a cook, where you can dazzle our guests with your high standards of quality through presentation, preparation, and cooking abilities.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• PTO
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Hotel Room Discounts
• Ongoing Training and Career Development

Responsibilities

• Prepare or direct preparation of food served using established production procedures
• Determine amount and type of food and supplies required using production systems
• Learn menus, recipes, preparation, and presentation.
• Comply with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards
• Correctly prepare all food served following standard recipes and special diet orders
• Plan food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that excellence, quality, temperature, and appearance of food is preserved
• Keep work area neat and clean at all times; clean and maintain equipment used in food preparation
• Prep all food for next shift and for the following day
• Work with servers to ensure guest satisfaction and resolve complaints about food service as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Minimum 1-year experience cooking at a restaurant or full-service hotel preferred
• Culinary school 2-4 year degree preferred
• Availability to work nights, weekends, holidays depending on business needs

About Us: At Regency Hotel Management, hospitality is who we are-and what we do best. Since 1965, we've been leaders in driving maximum profit while creating asset value for clients. Our team of hotel management experts provides thoughtful, hands-on guidance inspired by years of professional experience. Our teams across our multiple locations are always growing, and we're looking for motivated individuals to join us!

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.