Lead Banquet Cook - Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton•Columbus, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Banquet team at the Hilton Columbus Downtown is currently seeking a Lead Banquet Cook to work at our awardwinning property. Bring your talents to the table in a creative, dynamic atmosphere, with teammates that share the same passion for hospitality! Nestled in the heart of the Short North Arts District, connected to the Greater Columbus Convention Center, Hilton Columbus Downtown boasts two towers with 1,000 guest rooms, 75,000 square feet of event space and several unique dining experiences. Check us out: Hilton Columbus Downtown | Dine & Drink The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role within a hotel banquet environment You will have excellent organization skills and the ability to work quickly and with precision. Leadership, passion, and a flexible schedule is essential!

Requirements

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values: Hospitality We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Integrity We do the right thing, all the time.
Leadership We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
Teamwork We're team players in everything we do.
Ownership We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
Now We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes: Quality
Productivity
Dependability
Customer Focus
Adaptability

Nice To Haves

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role within a hotel banquet environment
You will have excellent organization skills and the ability to work quickly and with precision.
Leadership, passion, and a flexible schedule is essential!

Responsibilities

Prepare food items according to designated recipes and quality standards
Supervise and coordinate all activities of banquet kitchen staff during food preparation, cooking, and presentation
Manage guest orders in a friendly, timely and efficient manner
Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation for all banquet dishes.
Ensure knowledge of menu and all food products
Follow a production sheet with minimal guidance
Have a strong understanding of mother sauces
Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and ensure proper storage and rotation of food items.
Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards at all times
Practice correct food handling and food storage procedures according to federal, state, local and company regulations