Banquet Prep Cook

Royal Plaza Inc•Marlborough, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Banquet Prep Cook, you will be responsible for preparing ingredients and ensuring they are ready for cooking during banquets. You will work closely with the head chef, following instructions and contributing to the overall success of the event. Your role will involve organizing food items, labeling containers, and maintaining a clean and organized work station. You will adhere to food safety guidelines, maintain a sanitary environment, and handle perishable items appropriately. Familiarity with kitchen equipment such as broilers, steamers, grills, and fryers is expected. You will also be responsible for taste testing food to ensure quality standards before serving, visually inspecting and selecting ideal food items for preparation, and preparing food items according to established recipes and menu plans.

Requirements

Hold a food handler’s card and understand safety regulations for handling food.
Be available for various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Ideally, have at least one year of food preparation experience.
Properly store dry goods and refrigerated items, preventing food waste.
Create a positive environment while efficiently meeting customer needs.

Responsibilities

Prepare ingredients and ensure they are ready for cooking during banquets.
Work closely with the head chef, following instructions and contributing to the overall success of the event.
Organize food items, label containers, and maintain a clean and organized work station.
Adhere to food safety guidelines, maintain a sanitary environment, and handle perishable items appropriately.
Familiarize yourself with kitchen equipment such as broilers, steamers, grills, and fryers.
Taste and evaluate foods to ensure they meet quality standards before serving.
Visually inspect and select ideal food items for preparation.
Prepare food items according to established recipes and menu plans.