Catering Banquet Cook

Leroy Springs & Company INC•Fort Mill, SC

About The Position

Join the Anne Springs Close Greenway's catering team and enjoy a food & beverage role that’s anything but typical! Work in a beautiful nature-filled setting, support a vibrant team culture in a dynamic work environment, and contribute to our non-profit mission every day. OVERVIEW The Catering Banquet Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes for catering events. This role combines culinary expertise with strong organizational skills to ensure smooth kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will collaborate with the catering team to maintain the highest standards of quality, safety, and service while delivering an exceptional dining experience for guests.

Requirements

Must be able to work independently and with all levels of leadership, as well as in a fast-paced, high energy and physically demanding environment
Ability to hold accountable for specific goals set through management
Able to collaborate well with others to achieve goals
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail
Work schedule varies and will include working days, nights, holidays, and weekends and requires standing and/or walking for extended periods
Must be able to work indoor and outdoor service/events
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
ServSafe Food Handler and ServSafe Alcohol certifications (training provided if not already certified).
Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications (training provided).
Work schedule varies and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays
Working in multiple locations and food truck

Responsibilities

Pre-Event Preparation: Review event menus and ensure understanding of all dishes, ingredients, and special dietary requests.
Confirm that ingredients, supplies, and equipment are properly prepped, stored, and ready for use.
Food Preparation and Cooking: Execute menu items, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and adherence to recipes.
Prepare and cook a variety of dishes using methods such as grilling, sautéing, baking, and frying.
Maintain portion control and plate presentation standards.
Kitchen Organization and Cleanliness: Keep workstations organized and stocked with necessary tools and ingredients.
Ensure proper cleaning and sanitation of all kitchen equipment and surfaces throughout the shift.
Assist in maintaining dishware, utensils, and other supplies during events.
Event Coordination: Collaborate with the catering and front-of-house teams to ensure timely service and smooth event execution.
Respond to special requests or last-minute changes in coordination with the event manager.
Health and Safety Compliance: Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards, including proper handling of ingredients and kitchen equipment.
Follow all safety protocols to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
Post-Event Responsibilities: Assist in cleaning and breakdown of the kitchen after events.
Manage leftovers and dispose of or store them according to company policy.
Team Collaboration and Communication: Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate tasks and resolve issues.
Provide input and feedback on event execution to improve future operations.