Banquet Cook

Sonesta Hotels • Houston, TX

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About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated High Volume Banquet Cook to join our dynamic kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and will be able to deliver high-quality food consistently. You will be responsible for preparing and cooking a wide variety of dishes, maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, and ensuring that all food safety and sanitation standards are met.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate.
• Three years’ experience in a similar position in an upscale Convention Hotel or Restaurant
• Food Handler Certification required.
• Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
• Compute basic arithmetic to include percentages.
• Knowledge of all stations in the Banquet Kitchen.
• Regular and Punctual Attendance
• Ability to adhere to Sonesta grooming standards.
• Ability to lift and move approximately 75 pounds.
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, climb, and reach daily.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring sustained repetitive motion (dishing portions, carving, stirring, and chopping).
• Ability to move freely within the kitchen area.
• Ability to clean as you go in the kitchen area.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods.
• Ability to work in temperature extremes.
• Ability to interact with guests and other employees courteously, empathetically, and discreetly.

Nice To Haves

• Previous guest relations training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation and Cooking: Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to the recipes and standards.
• Ensure all food items are cooked to the correct temperature and presented attractively.
• Work efficiently to manage multiple orders simultaneously during peak hours.
• Kitchen Organization and Cleanliness: Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Ensure proper storage and labeling of ingredients and food items.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and quality service.
• Communicate effectively with servers and other team members to coordinate orders.
• Compliance and Safety: Adhere to all health and safety regulations within the kitchen.
• Report any kitchen equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to management.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees