Banquet Cook

4 days ago

Burbank, United States Castaway Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Company Overview:

Named one of Travel + Leisure’s “Best Date Spots in America”, Castaway has curated a whole new dining experience where everyone, including our employees, feels like a star. Our seasonally-inspired menu features interesting cuts of meats from top-notch butchers, a raw bar, vegetable-centric sides, and build-it-yourself charcuterie boards. Castaway has received various notable accolades, including being named one of the top “Most Romantic Restaurants in LA” by Thrillist, LA Weekly, Gayot, Yelp, Open Table and NBC.

Our mission at Castaway is to always innovate and consistently deliver a 5 star experience for our teams, guests, and community. SRC prides itself on growth from within, collaboration, teamwork, and creating a positive work environment. We look forward to adding our next valued team member 

Top-notch benefits:

· Paid Sick Time renewed yearly
· Management Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions
· Employee Meals – Free meal for every eight-hour shift
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
· Moral (PRIDE) Program- rewarding employees with a variety of prizes for those who exemplify the company’s values.
· Numerous opportunities for growth and advancement
· Full time employees qualify for comprehensive health plans, employer-paid life insurance, supplemental benefit plans, 401k with annual employer match, Lifestyle Savings Accounts, Rolling Holiday Paid Time Off
· Opportunities to grow your career with a clear path for advancement
· Plus more

Pay: $20 - $23 / hour

Job Summary: 

The Banquet Cook will be responsible for preparing a wide variety of dishes for banquets, weddings, corporate events, and other special occasions. This role requires attention to detail, culinary expertise, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

  1. Prepare and cook a diverse range of dishes for banquets and special events, including appetizers, main courses, desserts, and side dishes.

  2. Adhere to standardized recipes and portion sizes to maintain consistency and quality.

  3. Coordinate with the Banquet Chef and other kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of food for events.

  4. Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure that all dishes meet the standards of the establishment.

  5. Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times.

  6. Collaborate with the kitchen team to streamline operations and improve efficiency in banquet food production.

  7. Train and mentor junior kitchen staff members, providing guidance on cooking techniques, presentation, and kitchen procedures.

  8. Communicate effectively with servers, event planners, and other staff members to ensure smooth execution of banquets and events.

Requirements:

  1. Proven experience as a cook in a banquet or catering environment.

  2. Strong knowledge of various cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.

  3. Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

  4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

  5. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules.

  6. Attention to detail and a passion for creating high-quality dishes that delight guests.

  7. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines, with a commitment to maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment.

  8. Ability to lift and carry heavy pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment.

  9. Positive attitude, creativity, and a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.

Physical Demands:

  • Frequent lifting, moving and carrying of kitchen ware, cleaning equipment, food boxes, garbage etc. weighing up to 25 pounds in the BOH.

  • Regular and prolonged standing and walking to prepare food, clean work station, move garbage, etc.

  • Occasional ascending/descending stairs across the restaurant to move food items, equipment, etc.

  • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers

  • Frequent use of hand to finger motions, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms

  • Constant bending, stooping and turning to place dishes in machine, etc.

  • Constant exposure to hot and damp temperature fluctuations 

Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We recognize that people are our finest asset.  It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing of a background check . 

Qualifications

SkillsRequiredDetail Oriented - Advanced
PreferredKitchen Prep -Expert
Cooking -Advanced
BehaviorsRequired

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Preferred

Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause

ExperienceRequired1-2 years:

Cook

Licenses & CertificationsPreferred

Food Handler Certificate

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