Banquet Cook | Part-Time | University of Utah (Ken Garff University Club)

Banquet Cook

The Banquet Cook is responsible for preparing high-volume catering utilizing cooking equipment in a fast-paced environment, located at the year-round Ken Garff University Club at Rice Eccles Stadium. The Banquet Cook must adhere to high food quality standards to ensure guest satisfaction. Portion control, food waste, and sanitation are additional areas that the Banquet Cook must be aware of while operating in the kitchen.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $17.00 - $20.00

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until November 13, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cooking and packaging food products, which are prepared to order or kept warm until sold.
• Receives verbal orders from the front counter staff for food product requirements for guest orders.
• Responsible for maintaining quality and production standards on all menu items. Food must be fresh and of high quality when served to the guests.
• Responsible for portion control and serving temperatures of all products served in the concession stand.
• Responsible for cleaning, stocking, and restocking of workstations and displays.
• Responsible for operating large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, and ovens.
• Ensures that all work areas and equipment are clean, food products are properly stored, utensils are clean and put away, and the floor is swept and mopped at the end of the shift.
• Check out with the Floor Supervisor before ending the shift to ensure the concession stand meets cleanliness standards.
• Maintains sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
• Show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a prep cook or line cook preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff, and guests in a clear, business-like, and respectful manner that focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Possess a valid food handling certificate if required by state and federal regulations.