Banquet Cook - The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research

Institute for Advanced Learning & Research•Danville, VA

32d•$15 - $17

About The Position

Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen where teamwork, precision, and pride in your craft matter? The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research is looking for a Banquet Cook who is passionate about quality food, organized preparation, and creating exceptional guest experiences—from elegant banquets to high-profile events. If you enjoy working behind the scenes to make big moments happen, this could be the perfect role for you. Compensation and Benefits : $15.00 - $17.00 per hr. Full-Time Team Members receive benefits including health, dental, vision, and life, 401(k), STD, LTD, paid holiday, vacation, personal & sick time, lean management training, and numerous other employee discount benefits through our HR provider LL Roberts and Benefit Bay. What You'll Be Doing : As a Banquet Cook, you’ll play a key role in delivering consistent, high-quality food while maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment. Additional Information: Kindly, be aware that the job description provided is not an exhaustive account of the activities, duties, or responsibilities entailed for this role. Standard Operating Procedures, Training Checklists, and Departmental Handbooks will be provided to ensure the Team Member is trained in all duties and responsibilities of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Up to Par Management and Taylor Hospitality are Equal Employment Opportunity companies, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, or disability. About: Up to Par Management | Taylor Hospitality Vision is to be an Exceptional Hospitality and Golf Management Company built by Exceptional Team Members who are Delivering on our Purpose to Positively Impact Others.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older
Minimum 2 years of restaurant or kitchen experience
High level of professionalism and attention to detail
Strong communication and organizational skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen
Reliable transportation required
High school diploma or GED required
Problem Solving: Thinks critically, resolves issues efficiently, and adapts to challenges
Oral Communication: Communicates clearly, listens actively, and contributes in team settings
Dependability: Shows up, follows through, and takes ownership of responsibilities
Adaptability: Handles change with confidence and flexibility
Teamwork: Supports team goals, values collaboration, and contributes to a positive kitchen culture

Responsibilities

Preparing food according to production needs and quality standards
Prepping ingredients in advance without overproduction
Dating, labeling, rotating, and storing food according to food safety standards
Monitoring pars, completing freezer pulls, and setting up the line for service
Receiving, unpacking, and properly storing vendor deliveries
Controlling food waste and assisting with food cost management
Returning unused food items to proper storage, covered and dated
Assisting with monthly food audits and maintaining inventory levels
Preparing and making ice cream for the Sweet Rose Ice Cream Shop
Learning and working within the PMS system for scheduled shifts
Maintaining cleanliness, breaking down boxes, and removing trash as needed
Supporting the Kitchen Manager and completing other duties as assigned

Benefits

health
dental
vision
life
401(k)
STD
LTD
paid holiday
vacation
personal & sick time
lean management training
numerous other employee discount benefits through our HR provider LL Roberts and Benefit Bay