Banquet Cook 2

Omni Hotels•Rancho Mirage, CA

34d•$20

About The Position

At Rancho Las Palmas, our culinary team is the heart of the guest experience. We're looking for a reliable, hardworking Banquet Cook 2 to support our banquet kitchen with food preparation, setup, and occasional café service. This role is ideal for a prep cook or early-career culinarian looking to grow their skills in a supportive, high-volume kitchen environment.

Requirements

1+ years of banquet kitchen experience preferred.
Familiarity with batch cooking, cold prep, and basic culinary techniques.
Able to follow recipes and prep instructions with accuracy and consistency.
Strong work ethic and willingness to learn and take direction.
Must have or obtain a valid Maricopa County Food Handler's Card.
Ability to communicate clearly and work as part of a team.
Ability to stand or walk for up to 8 hours per shift.
Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to navigate a busy kitchen safely and efficiently.
Exposure to hot surfaces, sharp tools, and wet conditions is expected.

Nice To Haves

Culinary school experience a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist with preparation of banquet menu items including cold prep, sauces, marinades, and bulk production.
Follow recipes, prep lists, and direction from Cook 1s, Sous Chefs, and Banquet Chefs.
Support banquet event production by ensuring ingredients are prepped, labeled, and ready for service.
Assist with setup and restocking of the Associate Dining Room (ADR) as needed.
Maintain clean and organized prep areas, walk-ins, and dry storage.
Uphold all food safety, sanitation, and temperature guidelines.
Assist with receiving and storing deliveries as directed.
Communicate any shortages, quality issues, or maintenance concerns to kitchen leadership.
Work closely with the stewarding team to ensure cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.
Perform other duties as assigned by kitchen leadership.