Catering Banquet Cook

Wedgewood Weddings • San Ramon, CA

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About The Position

Wedgewood Weddings is seeking a full-time Banquet Cook to support culinary operations for weddings and events. The role assists the chef from purchasing and receiving through food preparation and event execution, while maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, cleanliness, and food safety. The cook works collaboratively with the culinary team to help deliver a smooth event experience and memorable dining for guests.

This position requires regular availability for evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, as well as shifts longer than eight hours and workweeks exceeding 40 hours.

Requirements

• Proven experience in banquet, catering, or high-volume restaurant settings.
• Expertise in implementing and upholding safety and sanitation best practices.
• Thorough understanding of proper food handling, preparation, and presentation techniques.
• Willingness to take on tasks necessary to ensure each event's success.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays regularly, as well as shifts longer than eight hours and workweeks exceeding 40 hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist the chef with banquets according to Banquet Event Order details and Wedgewood Weddings' standards.
• Support culinary operations, including purchasing, receiving, preparation, and full event execution.
• Maintain food quality and presentation standards so dishes meet company expectations and delight guests.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen by following daily cleaning procedures and participating in weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual deep cleaning.
• Receive deliveries from approved suppliers and inspect items for freshness, quality, and compliance with company standards.
• Store food according to food-safety protocols and FIFO procedures, including proper labeling and rotation.
• Uphold safety and sanitation standards throughout the kitchen and event spaces.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to support a seamless event experience.

Benefits

• Growth-oriented culture and opportunities for internal promotion.
• Collaborative culture and focus on employee satisfaction.

What This Job Offers

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