Banquet Cook 1 Job at Four Seasons (Fort Lauderdale)

Job Description

The Banquet Cook 1 is responsible for preparing, producing, and executing high‑volume banquet meals for events, meetings, and group functions. This role requires strong culinary proficiency, excellent organization, and the ability to maintain quality and consistency across large-scale production.

Job Responsibility

Produce banquet menu items according to standardized recipes, plating guides, and event orders
ensure consistent quality, flavor, and presentation
Set up, organize, and execute banquet stations for small and large events, including mis en place for hot and cold items
Coordinate timing with Banquet Chefs and Captains to ensure all food is prepared and delivered on schedule
Safely operate, maintain, and clean all kitchen equipment (ovens, steamers, tilt skillets, fryers, flat tops, etc.)
Maintain proper labeling, dating, and rotation of all products
follow food safety and sanitation standards
Monitor inventory levels for banquet production
assist in reducing food waste and maintaining proper food cost
Support action‑station cooking, carving, or live‑service stations as needed during events

Requirements

At least 3-5 years of professional cooking experience, preferably in banquet or high-volume production within a luxury hotel or resort
Advanced culinary knowledge
Ability to operate, maintain, and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill
Strong banquet production skills, ability to follow batch cooking standards, and excellent knife skills
Excellent personal presentation and interpersonal skills
Solid knife skills
Strong time management skills: ability to multi-task, set priorities, and adjust to changing conditions
Willing to work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
ability to work closely with other departments and communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues and guests
Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 70 lbs
US work authorization is required

What we offer

Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort
Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
Complimentary Employee Meals

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