Banquet Cook I

Job TitleTo produce all hot and cold food items for service in the restaurant and catering functions, ensuring that all are prepared according to Fairmont Grand Del Mar standards and specifications. This person maintains control charts of all food items produced and maintains a high degree of cleanliness throughout cooking area.Job DescriptionPrepare food of consistent quality following Fairmont Grand Del Mar standards.Date all food containers and rotate per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).Practice safety standards at all times.Cook orders as requested, including special requests.Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare over estimated needs.Practice sanitation standards at all times. Make sure that all perishables are being kept at the proper temperatures.Properly portion all items on assigned station.Control food waste, loss and usage per SOP. Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems.Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up. Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages. Assist in keeping buffet stocked.Assist in prep work of vegetables and condiments as required for the next shift.Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.Each associate is expected to carry out, within their capabilities, all reasonable requests by management.QualificationsAbility to verbally communicate effectively with guests and co-workers.Pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, upward reachingAbility to read BEOCooks on carving station, pasta, omelet and stir fry stationsAbility to work all banquet functionsAbility to cut, trim and bone meat prior to cookingAbility to wash, peel, cut and shred fruits and vegetable to prepare them for useAbility to have a positive relationship with other departmentsAbility to bake, broil, sauté and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foodsAbility to measure and mix ingredients according to recipesMust be able to speak and understand basic EnglishMust have ability to communicate well both verbally and written in basic EnglishFood Handler Card