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About the Role

The Banquet Line Cook position is responsible for preparing high-quality meals in accordance with standards, menu specifications, and production schedules, working closely with Banquet Chef(s). This role requires an experienced kitchen leader capable of working under pressure, problem-solving, and multitasking with a professional and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Ensures food production per technique, recipe, and menu guidelines.
• Supervises food production activities, including proper cleaning, cutting, marinating, seasoning, and cooking of food items.
• Ensures food is well-presented.
• Controls kitchen equipment maintenance and cleanliness.
• Develops food products and menus as needed for menu presentations.
• Executes countermeasures in production in case of customer complaints.
• Regulates temperatures of ovens, grills, and other cooking equipment.
• Ensures all food preparation areas and equipment are clean at all times.
• Maintains an organized, hygienic, and functional kitchen throughout production and service periods.
• Ensures quality of goods from production throughout service.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with recipe specifications and any special dietary requirements.
• Ensures standards with preparation and production.
• Notifies kitchen management of any food-related issues regarding quality, consistency, quantities, and par levels for scheduled service.
• Relays food excess production amounts to Banquet Chef.
• Exhibits flexibility with hours worked and schedule, dictated by business needs.

Requirements

• One to two years of experience preferred, with the desire to grow.
• Excellent communication, time management, organization, and customer service skills.
• Desire to learn and have an interest in NYS agricultural products.
• Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and flexibility to perform shift work.
• Ability to multitask.
• Occasionally required to maintain a stationary position; move; operate/use objects, tools or controls; ascend/descend stairs; position one’s self to perform various tasks; communicate with guests and staff; distinguish flavors.
• Must occasionally move up to 75 pounds.
• Must be able to detect objects close-up and at a distance, determine color and depth, and observe surroundings.
• May be exposed to various allergens.
• Required to spend the majority of time on his/her feet and maintain a stationary position or move without a break for up to six (6) hours.

Skills

• Culinary arts
• Communication
• Time management
• Organization
• Customer service
• Problem-solving
• Multitasking

Location

• Onsite

Work Type

• Full Time
• Part Time

Experience Level

• 1-2 years preferred

Education Level

• Degree in culinary arts preferred

Benefits

• Paid Time Off during your first full calendar year for Full Time & Part Time employees
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits plus several other optional benefits for Full Time employees
• 401k with up to 4% Employer Match
• Membership Discounts to the Sands Family YMCA
• FREE Lunch and/or Dinner during your shift
• Robust and formalized training program
• Rooms, Food & Bev, and Spa Discounts at The Lake House
• Many Employee Discounts at The Lake House and through LifeMart
• Company sponsored Community Service and Wellness Events

About the Company

• Employment at The Lake House offers a beautiful place to work in a fun, team-oriented, professional setting!

Equal Opportunity

• The Lake House believes in equal opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.