Wild Dunes Banquet Line Cook Position

Banquet Line Cook

DEPARTMENT: Banquet Kitchen

REPORTS TO:  Banquet Chef, Banquet Sous Chef & Lead Supervisor

The Banquet Line Cook will be expected to provide a support system for the Banquet/Restaurant Chef and Sous Chef. This involves recipe and menu development, as needed, execution of a la carte dining and duties relating to staffing of kitchen and dining room. The Banquet Line Cook will assist to maintain the AAA Four Diamond Standards.

Essential job FUNCTIONS:

·         Oversee sanitation of kitchens during and at the end of shifts

·         Control quality and consistency of all food

·         Control waste of food product and labor

·         Coordinate with Banquet/Restaurant Chef to develop and cost menu items and specials, including station prep sheets

• Must have the ability to develop staff training manuals and memos
• Must have the ability to portion, prepare and cook menu items in accordance to the menus put in place and within the specifications of the Banquet/Restaurant Chef and standardized recipes
• Apply extensive food knowledge and specialized cooking skills that are required for tasks
• Maintain and complete daily prep lists and tasks as assigned by supervisor
• Ensure all requisitions are processed properly and placed in designated areas
• Properly label and date all products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation
• Apply basic knife skills required for preparation of hot and cold food
•  Produce recipes efficiently and consistently
• Ensures portion necessities and portion control for all food functions are recipes, especially high cost items
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment to perform duties under pressure and meet deadlines in a timely manner
• Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations
• Meet with Banquet Executive Chef to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes and other information pertinent to the job performance
• Breakdown work station and complete closing duties; return all food items to the proper storage areas; rotate all returned product wrap cover label and date all item being put away; straighten up organize all storage areas clean up and wipe down food prep areas reach ins/walk ins and shelves; return all unused and clean utensil/equipment to the specified locations; ice down hot items from the steam table so they cool quickly; turn off all equipment not needed for the next shift; restock items that were depleted during the shift
• Maintains an up to date working knowledge of all resort amenities as well as any special even
• Interacts with resort staff in a professional manner, assisting other departments when necessary 
•  Attends mandatory monthly department meetings and appropriate resort and division meetings
• Maintains constant awareness of safety issues, (i.e. broken glass, frayed electrical cords, leaks, broken locks and suspicious persons). Reports all safety incidents to on-duty supervisor.
• Acts with responsibility towards all company property, supplies and equipment
• Reports to work on time as designated by posted schedule
• Maintains a professional appearance. Follows all Wild Dunes Resort dress code standards.
• Remains alert, courteous and helpful to the guests and colleagues at all times

Associate is held accountable for all duties of this job and other duties as assigned.

eXPERIENCE & eDUCATION:

·         High school education required

·         At least one year kitchen/prep experience or one year of culinary school required

Job REQUIRMENTS:

·         Must be a United States citizen or possess a valid work permit

·         Must be able to speak, write and understand English

·         Must have complete understanding of the fundamentals of the culinary operation

·         Must be able to accurately follow instructions, both verbally and written

·         Must be able to work with an around kitchen equipment

·         Must be able to work with and around a diverse group of food, seasonings, etc.

·         Must possesses excellent communication skills

·         Must be professional in appearance and demeanor

·         Must be able to work under pressure

·         Must be able to work in a fast paced environment

·         Must have excellent listening skills

·         Must always ensure a teamwork environment

·         Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends and holidays

·         Must have the ability to deal effectively and interact well with the guests and associates

·         Must have the ability to resolve problems/conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner

·         Must have a passion for creating an exceptional experience for all guests

Employees who are hired at Wild Dunes Resort will be verified through the federal E-Verify system.

 Working CONDITIONS:

• While primarily an indoor job, must be able to work at outdoor locations on occasion, walking on uneven surfaces;
• Must be able to work in either hot or cold conditions
• Must be able to stand on feet and walk throughout the day
• Must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 25 lbs. & occasionally lift, carry, push & pull up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to perform simple grasping, fine manipulation, reaching and repetitive hand & arm movements constantly; squeezing and overhead reaching occasionally
• Must be able to twist and bend frequently, and squat occasionally

For additional information; Please contact Lynn in Career Services