Banquet Cook II - Limelight Denver

Limelight Hotels • Denver, CO

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About The Position

The Banquet Cook II participates in preparing, producing, and serving menu items according to the direction of the Banquet Chef. The role prepares and cooks a variety of food items using established recipes and safety standards, and maintains a clean, organized kitchen while ensuring food is prepared promptly and to high quality standards. The position reports to the Banquet Chef. The pay range is $22.00 to $24.00 per hour; actual pay depends on budget and experience.

This role is classified as regular full-time and is eligible for benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance programs; flexible spending account programs; life insurance programs; paid time off and paid leave programs; a 401(k) savings plan; employee and dependent ski passes; and other company perks. The posting also describes a regular part-time classification with a different set of benefits, but does not clarify which classification applies to this opening.

Requirements

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficient experience in guest-facing roles.
• Knowledge of cooking techniques including baking, broiling, grilling, sautéing, roasting, and blanching.
• Knowledge of food handling, safety, and other restaurant guidelines.
• Knowledge of simple sauces and dressings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations involving customers or employees.
• Ability to work under stressful circumstances.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes in processes, customer flow, environments, and tasks.
• Ability to engage with customers in a positive and helpful manner.
• Ability to collaborate with others to achieve team goals.
• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk, or remain on one's feet for extended periods.
• Ability to work in wet, hot, and humid conditions for extended periods and walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, individually or with assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary school graduate.
• One to two years of experience in a commercial kitchen.
• ServSafe or similar food safety course certification.
• Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment, including pre- and post-shift cleaning and organization of kitchen equipment, walk-in refrigerator and freezer storage, dry storage, trash and recycling, and floors.
• Prepare and serve food items according to standardized recipes and chef specifications.
• Follow daily preparation lists to ensure items are ready for service.
• Assist with storing food deliveries.
• Report problems with food products, kitchen equipment, or the work area to the Banquet Chef.
• Work a food station during service, including direct guest interaction when working in a guest-facing restaurant.
• Ensure the Manager is aware of guest comments and concerns.
• Safely operate kitchen equipment and train others to operate it, including ovens, grills, flattops, soup kettles, slicers, Robo-Coupe, and immersion blenders.
• Ensure accurate portion sizes and dish presentation meet quality standards and customer expectations.
• Manage cooking times so food is prepared and served promptly, especially during peak hours.
• Work closely with kitchen team members to support smooth operations and effective communication during food service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance programs (full-time classification).
• Flexible spending account programs (full-time classification).
• Life insurance programs (full-time classification).
• Paid time off programs.
• Paid leave programs (full-time classification).
• 401(k) savings plan (full-time classification).
• Employee ski pass; dependent ski passes are listed for the full-time classification.
• Other company perks.

What This Job Offers

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