Banquet Prep Cook at Renaissance Westerville

Concord Hospitality Enterprises•Genoa Township, OH

1d•$18 - $22

About The Position

Renaissance Westerville is seeking a Banquet Prep Cook to help prepare and execute meetings, weddings, and special events. The role focuses on behind-the-scenes food preparation and large-scale banquet production, with opportunities to cross-train on Line Cook duties and support other kitchen areas during busy periods. The position works with the Lead Banquet Cook and Culinary Leadership to ensure events are ready and delivered to standards.

Requirements

Knowledge of basic food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment.
Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling procedures.
Strong work ethic and willingness to learn and grow within the culinary team.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
Positive, team-oriented attitude and passion for hospitality.

Nice To Haves

Previous kitchen or prep cook experience; hotel or banquet experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare proteins, sauces, vegetables, starches, hors d’oeuvres, and buffet components for banquets and special events.
Complete prep lists based on Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), timelines, and standardized recipes.
Support large-scale culinary production for conferences, weddings, and high-profile events.
Maintain clean, organized, food-safe workstations and follow sanitation standards.
Collaborate with the Lead Banquet Cook and Culinary Leadership to ensure event readiness.
Assist with plating, garnishing, and banquet setup as needed.
Cross-train on Line Cook duties, including station setup, cooking techniques, and service execution.
Support other kitchen areas during peak business periods.