Banquet Cook - Brewery Restaurant Events & Catering

Stone Brewing Escondido • Escondido, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Escondido is seeking an experienced Banquet Cook (Line Cook II) to support our high-volume events, catering, and banquet operations. This is a great opportunity for a culinary professional with a passion for large-scale food production, precision execution, and elevated presentation. In this role, you’ll be responsible for preparing and executing banquet-style menus, including both hot and cold items, for a wide range of events—from plated dinners to buffet service. You’ll work behind the scenes to ensure seamless event execution, consistent quality, and an exceptional guest experience.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in a high-volume kitchen, with a focus on banquet, catering, or production cooking
• Proven experience with large-scale event execution and batch cooking
• Strong knowledge of garde manger, cold prep, and presentation techniques
• Ability to manage timing, coordination, and multiple priorities in an event-driven environment
• High attention to detail and consistency in plating and food quality
• Ability to work collaboratively with culinary and events teams
• Strong organizational skills and commitment to food safety and sanitation standards

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of menu items including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, and composed dishes
• Execute batch cooking and high-volume food production for banquet and catered events
• Prepare both hot and cold items, including garde manger-style dishes
• Follow recipes and plating standards to ensure consistency, quality, and presentation
• Execute mise en place for large-scale events, ensuring readiness for service
• Assist in plate assembly, garnishing, and buffet presentation
• Set up, maintain, and replenish buffet stations for optimal guest experience
• Coordinate closely with front-of-house (FOH) and events teams to ensure smooth service timing
• Maintain organization, labeling, storage, and food safety standards in a production kitchen environment

Benefits

• Medical
• 401k
• bonus opportunities
• Career development and growth opportunities
• beer program
• discounts
• shift benefits
• Programs supporting financial wellness, health & wellness, and professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed