Banquet Cook

• Base Pay $22.00 - $25.00 / Hour
• Job Category Food&Beverage/Catering

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We are seeking a dynamic, professional Banquet Cook to join our team at Union Bluff Hotel. This is a Full Time position located in York , Maine.

We are seeking a dynamic, professional Banquet Cook to join our team at Union Bluff Hotel. This is a Full Time position located in York , Maine.

The Banquet Cook is responsible for helping the kitchen team prepare food for large groups of people at events like weddings and meetings. Must be able to carry out the production of all dishes according to the prescribed recipes and specifications and ensure that the portion size and quality of the dishes are in line with the hotel’s standards.

• Prepare high-quality food items to order while exceeding guests’ expectations by following recipe, temperature, and presentation guidelines
• Ensure special guest requests are accommodated with any specific/allergy information while delivering the same high-quality standards
• Coordinate food orders to support timely and efficient delivery to the table
• Monitor guest consumption levels and respond accordingly
• Handle and store food in a safe and sanitary manner in accordance with sanitation codes
• Set up, break down, and clean cook areas, including but not limited to steam table, sandwich cooler, reach-ins, grill & broiler area, fryolators, salad sections, and sink basins
• Prepare meals in accordance with established portion and quality control standards
• Prepare and controls food usage in order to minimize waste and control food costs
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness standards in the kitchen area that meet or exceed the state and local health board inspection and brand standards. One Serv Safe employee must be on staff at all times.
• Advise the Banquet Chef of low inventory items and performs receiving and inventory duties as specified
• Keep workstations and equipment clean, organized, and in good working order
• Assist dishwasher as needed
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned

• 1 or more full years employment experience in a related position
• Must be able to work onsite at the hotel location
• Serv Safe Certification
• Hours required:
  Full Time 35 hours per week for Morning (AM);
  
  Afternoon (PM);
  
  Evening;
  
  Must be flexible;
  
  Weekends/ Holidays
• Knowledge of kitchen and restaurant safety and emergency procedures
• Ability to work well with others (i.e. interacts appropriately with guests and staff)
• Ability to follow instructions, complete tasks safely and efficiently, and communicate effectively
• Ability to maintain speed in meal production while ensuring high quality food
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures and immediately report injuries to their manager or manager on duty

• Culinary arts education preferred

$22 Hourly

• Earned paid time off
• Employer-contribution medical/dental/vision insurance
• Optional life insurance
• Short term/Long term disability
• Optional 401k with employer match
• Employee discounts at participating hotels
• Option to sign up for on-demand pay with Daily Pay
• Refer a friend – get paid extra when they join our team!
• Bonuses for name recognition and guest score
• Opportunities to grow – one of the fastest-growing hotel companies

Union Bluff Hotel & Meeting House is a charming beachfront hotel located in York Beach, Maine. Offering a blend of historic charm and modern amenities, the hotel is perfect for couples, families, and business travelers. Enjoy stunning ocean views, comfortable accommodations, and a variety of on-site amenities, including a restaurant, meeting facilities, and easy access to local attractions.

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