Banquet Cook 1 at Sonesta Hotels International Corporation in St. Louis, Missouri

Job Description:

Job Description Summary

he Banquet Cook 1 sets the tone for Sonesta's mission by always going above and beyond for our guests and coworkers. The role's primary responsibility is to prepare and produce food for events according to quality standards. The Banquet Cook 1 shall maintain a safe work environment and follow established sanitation and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has a passion for hospitality and providing exceptional guest service.

Job Description

Work Environment

Must be able work in a fast-paced environment.
Majority of work takes place indoors.
Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures - i.e. freezers, loading dock.
Physical Demands

Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Frequent bending, kneeling and reaching.
Ability to stand during entire shift.
Expected Hours of Work

Must be flexible to work variable days of the week to include weekends and holidays.
Must be flexible to work variable shifts (days, nights, overnights).
Ten to twelve hour shifts sometimes required.
Education and Experience

Relevant experience in restaurant or hotel food preparation preferred.
Minimum of four (4) years cooking experience.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Principle duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions) include:

Produce all food orders in a timely and consistent manner in accordance with established quality standards. Test food to ensure quality and consistency of all meals served.
Operate all kitchen equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
Read and understand banquet event orders (BEOs)
Follow detailed banquet prep list as written by the Chef.
Handle and store food items safely and keep work area clean and sanitized. Including all opening and closing duties.
Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines.
Adhere to uniform and grooming standards.
Perform other duties or projects as requested by management.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance


• Health Savings Account with Company Match


• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match


• Paid Vacation and Sick Days


• Sonesta Hotel Discounts


• Educational Assistance


• Paid Parental Leave


• Company Paid Life Insurance


• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance


• Various Employee Perks and Discounts

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.