Banquet Cook (Full-Time) – Culinary / Event Production

Description

Join our team as a Banquet Cook and play a key role in preparing high-quality food for banquet events and special functions. In this fast-paced culinary position, you’ll be responsible for executing menu items based on banquet event orders (BEOs), maintaining food quality standards, and supporting large-scale event production. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in organized, high-volume kitchen environments and enjoy working behind the scenes to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Position Details

• •Employment Type: Full Time
• •Shift: Flexible (Days, Evenings, Weekends, Holidays based on events)
• •Department: Banquets / Culinary Operations

What You’ll Do

• •Prepare hot and cold menu items for banquet events according to function sheets and BEO specifications
• •Review and confirm daily banquet production needs with the Chef or Sous Chef
• •Execute food preparation tasks including cutting, slicing, dicing, peeling, and portioning ingredients
• •Organize and prioritize banquet food production to ensure timely event execution
• •Maintain proper food storage, labeling, and dating to ensure freshness and reduce waste
• •Follow recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines for banquet service
• •Maintain cleanliness and organization of all work areas, including tables, shelving, and refrigeration units
• •Monitor inventory and assist in ensuring all required food items are prepared and available for events
• •Communicate with culinary leadership regarding station status and production needs
• •Assist with general kitchen duties and support other culinary areas as needed
• •Follow all food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operational procedures
• •Complete closing duties and ensure proper kitchen reset after service

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• •High school diploma or equivalent required
• •Minimum of 1 year of cooking experience required
• •Strong knife skills and basic culinary technique required
• •Ability to read and execute banquet event orders (BEOs) accurately
• •Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• •Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• •Team-oriented with strong communication skills
• •Dependable, punctual, and able to follow direction from culinary leadership
• •Must be 18 years of age or older

Physical Requirements

• •Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• •Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs regularly
• •Frequent bending, reaching, chopping, and repetitive motion
• •Ability to work in hot kitchen environments for long durations

Work Environment

• •Fast-paced banquet and event-driven kitchen environment
• •High-volume food production for weddings, conferences, and special events
• •Exposure to heat, kitchen equipment, and sharp tools
• •Team-oriented setting requiring constant communication and coordination
• •Requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and peak event seasons
• •Active role requiring continuous movement and focus under time constraints

About Lake Lawn Resort

Located on Delavan Lake, Lake Lawn Resort is a premier hospitality destination known for exceptional service and a strong team culture. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a steady role, this is a great place to grow.

Disclaimer

This role includes a variety of responsibilities to support daily operations.