Culinary Banquet Cook

Company: The Umstead Hotel & Spa
Location: Cary
Posted on: May 9, 2024

Job Description:

GeneralEmployees are responsible and accountable for assisting in the preparation of food and all tasks associated with those preparations. Upon completion of a training period the incumbent, will be responsible for completion of the food preparation tasks on their own during their shift. Supervision is received from the sous chef responsible for their specific area and the chef de cuisine.Typical Duties-Prepares or assists in preparation of complete meals-preparing and cooking soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, salads, baked goods, etc.-Utilizing standard metric recipes.-May be responsible for checking supplies and groceries received in work area.-May assist in serving special diet meals or cafeteria food service.-Assists in the cleaning of kitchen area and general maintenance of equipment and inventory control.-May be required to prepare complete meal for group(s).-Performs other related duties as assigned.-Must be able to lift 50 lbs.QualificationsKnowledge, Abilities and SkillsGood knowledge of the principals of cooking and experience in cooking vegetables, meats, fish, poultry, baked goods, etc. using standard metric recipes.Good knowledge of food service sanitation, personal hygiene and kitchen safety.Education, Training and ExperiencePrevious food service experience is preferred but not required. Training will be done on site and reviewed every three months by the executive sous chef and chef de cuisine.#UHSSJDemonstrate open communication between the kitchen and front of house departmentsBuild, promote and mentor a banquet kitchen team that is committed to the highest quality food product and service, delivering Mobil Five Star expectations.Instill associate recognition throughout the Food & Beverage Division, which positively impacts all areas of the hotel and spa.Display excellent communication and organizational skills.Create a drive of daily passion for excellence and continuous improvement.Ability to always lead by exampleInstill a guest service attitude in all banquet associatesInstill a calm, quiet, organized approach in all situations or conflicts.Important to balance work hours in any week between AM and PM shiftsImportant to work shifts when hotel activity is highestImportant to understand clearly how the customer perceives the hotels Banquet food and serviceImportant to understand the need to build a strong a strong team of culinary professionals.by Jobble

Keywords: The Umstead Hotel & Spa, Raleigh , Culinary Banquet Cook, Hospitality & Tourism , Cary, North Carolina