Banquet Cook

POSITION: Prep Cook DEPARTMENT: Kitchen REPORTS TO: Executive Sous Chef/Executive Chef FLSA STATUS: Part-time / Non-Exempt VENUE(S): The Oncenter 2ND COOK PAY RATE: $18.72/hour (increases to $19.09/hour on 7/1/2026 per union contract) 1ST COOK PAY RATE: $22.17/hour (increases to $22.61/hour on 7/1/2026 per union contract) HOURS: Varies; less than 30 hours/week THE ROLE As a Banquet Cook at The Oncenter, you will be responsible for preparing ingredients and assisting with cooking, baking, and butchering as directed, while supporting overall kitchen operations. All assigned tasks must be completed efficiently and in accordance with established guidelines to ensure quality and consistency standards are met. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare food products as directed while maintaining strict adherence to standards and specifications. Fulfill event orders and other service requests from each department timely and accurately. Prepare and cook food as needed using grills, fryer, knives, etc. Prep all necessary food items for banquet food service as directed. Produce high-quality food with excellent taste and follow presentation standards. Break down stations, store all food properly, and clean work areas and equipment in accordance with Health Department and ServSafe standards and regulations. Work with management to conduct inventory on a regular basis. Must be able to adapt to changes in the work environment, managing, competing demands, frequent changes, delays or unexpected events. Other assigned duties as required to support Food & Beverage operations. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School Diploma or GED equivalent Previous/related experience working in a banquet/commercial kitchen preferred. Professional appearance and attitude are essential. Must be able to be on time for your shift and maintain reliable attendance. Must be able to work and maintain standards in a fast-paced environment. Must take direction well and work well individually and as a team. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet service demand levels, including days, nights, weekends and holidays. SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Desire and ability to work independently and as a team. Exceptional hospitality and customer service skills, service standards, guest relations, and etiquette. Ability to make professional, independent, and good judgment decisions within proper policy and procedures. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be able to walk/stand/sit for long periods of time. Must have the physical ability to maneuver around the venue, at times walking and/or standing for 8-10 hours or greater, climbing stairs, lifting and carrying 50 lbs+, and frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, squatting. Must have the physical ability to bend, stoop, and maneuver around facility(ies), at times extensive walking and/or standing for 8-10 hours or greater as required. Ability to exert well‑paced mobility to move quickly to the different areas of the facility as demands require. Ability to work in a noisy, fast-paced environment. NOTE The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in the application and hiring process. Legends Global is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, encouraging Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and Protected Veterans to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr