Banquets Prep Cook - Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia

divh2Banquets Prep Cook/h2pJoin our dynamic culinary team as a Banquets Prep Cook, where your passion for food preparation and culinary excellence will shine! In this energetic role, youll be instrumental in preparing high-quality dishes for large-scale events and banquets, ensuring every guest experiences exceptional service and delicious cuisine. Your expertise in food handling, menu planning, and kitchen operations will contribute to creating memorable events that leave a lasting impression. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with a strong background in food industry standards, culinary skills, and a zest for teamwork to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment./ppstrongResponsibilities/strong/pulliPrepare ingredients and assemble dishes according to banquet menu specifications, ensuring consistency and quality./liliAssist in food preparation tasks such as chopping, slicing, marinating, and portioning ingredients to streamline kitchen operations./liliFollow all food safety protocols and proper food handling procedures to maintain cleanliness and prevent contamination./liliSupport the culinary team during meal preparation by executing cooking techniques with precision, including knife skills and cooking methods./liliOrganize and set up banquet stations efficiently, ensuring all necessary tools, utensils, and ingredients are ready for service./liliCollaborate with chefs and catering staff to coordinate meal assembly and presentation for large events or functions./liliMaintain a clean and organized work environment by adhering to sanitation standards throughout the shift./li/ulpstrongExperience/strong/pulliPrevious experience working in dietary departments or as a dietary aide is highly valued./liliDemonstrated skills in menu planning, food preparation, cooking, and food service within a restaurant or catering setting./liliStrong knowledge of food handling procedures, safety regulations, and kitchen equipment operation./liliFamiliarity with the food industrys best practices for meal preparation and food safety standards./liliProven ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment./liliExperience with catering services or serving large groups is a plus./liliExcellent knife skills and proficiency in various cooking techniques are preferred. This role offers an engaging environment where your culinary talents can flourish! Were committed to supporting your growth as part of our hospitality family by providing opportunities to develop your skills while delivering exceptional guest experiences every day./li/ulpThe hourly pay rate for this role is $18.00. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees./p/div