Banquet Prep Cook at Renaissance Westerville
Concord Hospitality Enterprises•Genoa Township, OH
•$18 - $22
About The Position
Renaissance Westerville is seeking a Banquet Prep Cook to help execute meetings, weddings, and special events. The role focuses on food preparation and large-scale culinary production, with opportunities to assist with plating, garnishing, and banquet setup. The cook will collaborate with the Lead Banquet Cook and culinary leadership and cross-train on Line Cook duties, including station setup, cooking techniques, and service execution. The position also supports other kitchen areas during peak business periods.
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 culinary production for conferences, weddings, and high-profile events.
- Maintain clean, organized, and food-safe workstations in accordance with 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.
Benefits
- Competitive wages.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance and short- and long-term disability options.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Tuition assistance.
- Discounted room rates at Concord-managed hotels.
- Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
