Culinary Banquet Cook

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: NC The Umstead Hotel and Spa

• Cary, NC, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $19.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Category: Culinary, The Banquet Cook is required to lead by example through hands-on involvement of all aspects of Banquet production and service. The Banquet Cook must always represent the Executive Chef’s core values on Quality, Sanitation and fair treatment of all associates. The Banquet Cook is responsible for maintaining the clean, organized and efficient workplace that has been implemented by the Executive Chef and the Banquet Chef. The Banquet Cook will report directly to the Hotel’s Banquet Chef and/or the Banquet Chef de Partie.Qualifications: Maintain professional relations with associates, treating them with respect and holding accountable, in line with the Kitchen and Hotel standards. Important to be well versed in all aspects of the Banquet Kitchen: Breakfast, lunch, brunch, and tea services, receiving, amenities, butchering, etc. Important to work shifts when hotel activity is highest. Important to understand clearly how the customer perceives the hotel’s food and service. Important to understand the need to build a strong team of culinary professionals. Demonstrate open communication between kitchen and front of house. Demonstrate open communication between the Banquet Kitchen and the rest of the culinary team. Instill a calm, organized approach in all situations or conflicts. Display excellent communication and organizational skills. Physical Requirements: Able to lift a minimum of 50lbs over the course of a shift Able to stand/ walk for an extended period over the course of a shift Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Physical setting: Fine dining restaurant Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Holidays Monday to Friday Night shift Overtime Weekend availability Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)