What are the responsibilities and job description for the AM/PM Banquet cook position at Hilton Hotel Event & Conference Center?
The Hilton North Scottsdale at Cavasson is currently seeking a Banquet Cook to join our culinary team. This position requires individuals committed to creating a quality product and providing an exceptional guest experience. Candidates must have flexible availability on evenings, weekends, and holidays. A minimum of two years of experience as a Line Cook in a banquet kitchen is required.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Butchering meat and seafood needed for banquets, weddings, or parties.
- Broil and grill all meats on the menu when ordered.
- Prepare sauces and accompanying garnishes for all broiled and grilled menu items.
- Cleans and sanitizes the kitchen.
- Assists in other areas of the kitchen as needed.
- Maintains the walk-in coolers for organization and freshness.
- Adheres to state and local health and safety regulations.
- Maintains the highest sanitary standards.
- Maintains safety and security in the workstation.
- Maintains a high level of professionalism and stands as a mentor to other cooks and stewards.
- Long hours are sometimes required.
- Medium work-exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and /or 80 pounds of force frequently.
- Constantly having to move and or transport objects.
- Ability to remain stationary for long hours at a time.
- Maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
- Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary.
- The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information.
Required Skills:
- Ability to properly prepare and follow recipes.
- Demonstrated excellence in portion and presentation standards.
- Relevant culinary skills
- SERV Safe Certified.
Required Experience:
- 2-3 years’ experience in an upscale banquet kitchen.
- High School Diploma.
- Culinary school preferred.
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly wage.
- Health benefits (for full-time employees).
- 401(k) with company match (for all employees).
- A friendly, positive work environment
- Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
- Free Meals
- Covered Employee Parking
- Robust Team Member Travel Program
- PTO (for full-time employees).
- Early Pay Access
The Hilton North Scottsdale at Cavasson is managed by Columbus Hospitality Management, a company committed to providing quality service and memorable guest experiences in a positive and welcoming work environment. We are focused on supporting the needs of our team through our commitment to the family/work-life balance and by providing development opportunities.
We are proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace/EOE. All applicants will be required to submit to a background check prior to employment.
