Banquet Cook - The Starting Gate

The Starting Gate at GreatHorse

Events at the Starting Gate are unforgettable. The Starting Gate offers an event space perfect for hosting everything from galas and grand receptions to intimate gatherings and corporate meetings with a view! Every guest will remember our innovative event planning, in-house catering, and consistent delivery of exceptional service.

Position Summary:

The Banquet Cook is responsible for managing the daily preparation of food items for a station or a specific area in the kitchen. The Banquet Cook is also responsible for cooking and placing all food orders efficiently and attractively according to the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef.

Your Role:

• Present food using proper plate presentation techniques.
• Coordinate completion of menu items
• Prepare a work checklist and organize workstations for each shift.
• Abide by prep lists set forth by chefs.
• Check and maintain coolers and storage areas for cleanliness, quantity, and food quality.
• Requisition of food with necessary approvals according to policy
• Take care of ranges, ovens, broilers, fryers, griddles, utensils, and other equipment
• Work well in a collaborative environment and under demanding conditions.
• Ensure station prep is rotated and prepared properly to reduce waste.
• Be efficient in preparing stocks, soups, sauces, sandwiches, salads, and sauteed items.
• Prepare butcher and cook meat, poultry, fish, and seafood.
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
• Understand banquet/function prep and execution.
• Maintains reasonable, regular, punctual attendance consistent with Company policies, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family Medical Leve Act (FMLA), and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Adapts to changing duties, as required, based on business needs.

Your Skills:

• Previous work experience as a line cook in a restaurant/club is a plus.
• Availability to work various shifts, including weekends.
• Multi-tasking abilities
• Good oral communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment.
• Have a good attitude and participate as a member of the team.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Demands:

Listed below are key points regarding the job's environmental demands and work environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity most of the workday.
• Required to exert physical effort to handle objects over 30 pounds.
• Required to walk or stand for extended periods.