Banquet Cook II - The Ritz-Carlton

Sage Hospitality Group • Chicago, IL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Prepare food items for banquets and other events in accordance with production requirements, recipe cards, portion standards, and quality expectations. The role involves preparing high-volume food consistently, planning for shift needs, maintaining appropriate food storage and sanitation, supporting buffet service, and helping control food waste and costs. Banquet Cooks contribute to guest experiences at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago by preparing cuisine for celebrations, galas, and corporate events.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent experience.
• At least one year of food service or related work experience.
• Valid, unexpired food handler's certification.
• Knowledge of cooking and kitchen practices and procedures sufficient to perform non-repetitive analytical work.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry items weighing up to 70 pounds regularly.
• Ability to climb periodically and bend at the knees when using a lower oven.
• Full mobility, including regularly traveling 30–50 feet throughout the day.
• Ability to stand continuously during preparation, service, or expediting.
• Ability to hear equipment timers, communicate with staff, see whether products are prepared appropriately, and understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality by following recipe cards, production standards, and portion standards, according to server dupes.
• Prepare items ahead of time while avoiding production beyond estimated needs.
• Date food containers and rotate food according to standard operating procedures; keep perishables at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use and determine preparation, freezer pulls, and line setup needs.
• Note out-of-stock items and possible shortages.
• Assist in keeping the buffet stocked.
• Return unused food items to designated storage areas for the next shift, covering and dating perishables.
• Assist with plans and actions to correct food-cost problems and control food waste, loss, and usage according to standard operating procedures.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on hotels, restaurants, and other offerings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED