Banquet Cook 2 (FT)

Banquet Cook 2 (FT)

Req #1600

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, Acme, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 10:00 PM

SUMMARY

Coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other kitchen personnel engaged in preparing and cooking foods for the Resort by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Estimates food consumption, and requisitions or purchases foodstuffs

Receives and examines foodstuffs and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications

Must be able to handle high volume of a la carte line production

Cooks or otherwise prepares food according to recipe

Cuts, trims, and bones meats and poultry for cooking

Portions cooked foods, or gives instructions to workers as to size of portions and methods of garnishing

Complete all assignments requested

Maintain a high standard of sanitation and safety

Keep waste and spoilage to a minimum by proper rotation, storage, and usage of all food items

Must follow proper grooming and dress standards set forth by the Employee Handbook

Responsible for cleaning and sanitation of own area

Maintain open line of communication with supervisor

Follow opening and closing procedures

Report to managers when something is broken or needs repair

Keep a clean, stocked and tidy workspace in accordance with Health Department guidelines

Must understand and abide by environmental practices of the resort

Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Culinary training or extensive cooking and production experience

Must have a minimum of 2 years working in food preparation position

Must have a current safe food handling certification

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Able to do repetitive work

Able to prepare food according to food handlers guidelines

Knowledge of cooking procedures

Able to communicate with Prep Cooks & Wait staff

Knowledge of kitchen equipment

Knowledge of safety rules for kitchen equipment

Knowledge of where and how everything is stored

Able to work all shifts and holidays

Able to work in a high pace and hot environment

Able to multi-task

Be able to self-motivate in work environment

Able to follow written or verbal instructions

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (If applicable)

N/A

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear, listen, taste and smell

Must be able to stand for long period of time; frequently required to sit

Must be able to lift more than 50 Ibs., push heavy carts, and bend, stretch, kneel, lift, carry, and reach

Safety Sensitive - positive will work daily with knives, slicers, hot oil, and gas stoves

TYPICAL MENTAL DEMANDS

Requires the ability to interact with people beyond giving and receiving instructions

Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with an emergency

Must be able to effectively handle stressful and compromising situations while remaining focused and professional

Must be able to deal with difficult people without losing perspective

Must be able to work productively under strict time restraints with variable deadlines

WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be willing and able to work in a fast-paced, sometimes crowded, loud, warm, hot and humid environment. May be required to work in a confined space. Must follow all safety policies, procedures and standards as set by OSHA and the Health Department. Must be able to work flexible hours including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

COMMENTS

Native American Preference will apply. Must be able to pass a background investigation and a drug test as a condition of employment. Must be able to work flexible hours and take on additional responsibilities when asked. Must adhere to company policies regarding strict confidentiality.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. Any qualifications to be considered an equivalent in lieu of stated minimums require prior approval of the Director of Human Resources.

Job Details

Pay Type

Hourly