Banquet & Cafeteria Cook | Full Time

Omni Hotels & Spas • Austin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join us in a unique position as a Banquet & Cafeteria Cook. This full-time role supports the culinary team in a dual capacity, working as a Banquet Cook during the week and a Cafeteria Cook on weekends. The position is responsible for preparing high-quality food, maintaining cleanliness and organization, and ensuring efficient service while upholding company standards.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months of food & beverage operations experience required
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively with co-workers both within and across departments
• Demonstrates a calm, professional, and welcoming demeanor when handling internal questions or concerns
• Basic math skills required to understand and execute recipes and measurements accurately
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to safely operate kitchen equipment (knives, spatulas, tongs, etc.)
• Ability to work around a variety of cleaning chemicals and respond appropriately to hazardous situations

Nice To Haves

• Previous cafeteria and/or entry-level culinary experience preferred, ideally within a hotel environment

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and execution of banquet meals and hot line production for hotel events and functions
• Support banquet and catering events by preparing food items according to production timelines and event requirements
• Follow standardized recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications
• Ensure all food meets quality, freshness, and food safety standards
• Assist with preparation of sauces, proteins, sides, and other banquet menu components
• Maintain proper inventory levels, assist with ordering, and minimize waste
• Ensure all food is prepared and ready at least 30 minutes prior to service
• Work efficiently to meet production schedules in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, including storage areas and equipment
• Adhere to all health department and sanitation guidelines
• Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations
• Prepare, stock, and maintain cold and hot food items for cafeteria service
• Set up and maintain all service stations for meal periods
• Serve and portion food during service while ensuring consistency and quality
• Visually inspect all food before and during service to ensure quality standards
• Maintain cleanliness and overall appearance of the cafeteria at all times
• Restock food and supplies throughout service as needed
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, reliability, and punctuality
• Work cohesively as part of the culinary team
• Perform job duties with minimal supervision
• Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization across all kitchen areas
• Ensure all equipment is used safely and properly
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support business needs

Benefits

• Free Downtown Parking in our Underground Garage
• Associate Cafeteria with Daily Complementary Hot Meals
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Telemedicine, and Short Term & Long-Term Disability.
• 401(K) Match, Pre-Tax Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Amount
• Exclusive Omni Associate Travel Discounts on Hotel Rooms, Food & Beverage and more!
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Services Aid
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Services
• Paid Time Off
• Friends & Family Discounts
• Discounted E-Cornell Courses
• Leadership Development Programs
• Diversity & Inclusion Programs
• Omni Support Center Internal Reward Program
• Work/Life Balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed