About the Role
This full-time position supports the culinary team as a Banquet & Cafeteria Cook, preparing high-quality food, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring efficient service while upholding company standards. The role involves working as a Banquet Cook during the week and a Cafeteria Cook on weekends.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation and execution of banquet meals and hot line production for hotel events and functions.
- Support banquet and catering events by preparing food items according to production timelines and event requirements.
- Follow standardized recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications.
- Ensure all food meets quality, freshness, and food safety standards.
- Assist with preparation of sauces, proteins, sides, and other banquet menu components.
- Maintain proper inventory levels, assist with ordering, and minimize waste.
- Ensure all food is prepared and ready at least 30 minutes prior to service.
- Work efficiently to meet production schedules in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, including storage areas and equipment.
- Adhere to all health department and sanitation guidelines.
- Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Prepare, stock, and maintain cold and hot food items for cafeteria service.
- Set up and maintain all service stations for meal periods.
- Serve and portion food during service while ensuring consistency and quality.
- Visually inspect all food before and during service to ensure quality standards.
- Maintain cleanliness and overall appearance of the cafeteria at all times.
- Restock food and supplies throughout service as needed.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism, reliability, and punctuality.
- Work cohesively as part of the culinary team.
- Perform job duties with minimal supervision.
- Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization across all kitchen areas.
- Ensure all equipment is used safely and properly.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support business needs.
Requirements
- Minimum of 6 months of food & beverage operations experience required.
- Ability to work cohesively with co-workers both within and across departments.
- Demonstrates a calm, professional, and welcoming demeanor when handling internal questions or concerns.
- Basic math skills required to understand and execute recipes and measurements accurately.
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to safely operate kitchen equipment (knives, spatulas, tongs, etc.).
- Ability to work around a variety of cleaning chemicals and respond appropriately to hazardous situations.
- Ability to stand or walk for extended periods, including the duration of a full shift.
- Frequent bending, reaching overhead, and squatting required.
- Ability to lift, carry, and place objects weighing up to 30 lbs independently and up to 100 lbs with assistance.
- Ability to push, move, or transport items (up to 70 lbs) using a hand cart.
- Ability to stoop and perform repetitive physical tasks as needed.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
- Availability to support weekday (Pastry Cook) and weekend (Cafeteria Cook) responsibilities.
Skills
- Food preparation
- Food safety standards
- Inventory management
- Kitchen cleanliness
- Sanitation guidelines
- Team collaboration
- Food service
- Attention to detail
- Multi-tasking
- Basic math skills
- Hand-eye coordination
- Manual dexterity
- Safe equipment operation
Location
- Downtown Austin
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum of 6 months of food & beverage operations experience
Benefits
- Free Downtown Parking in our Underground Garage
- Associate Cafeteria with Daily Complementary Hot Meals
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Telemedicine, and Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- 401(K) Match, Pre-Tax Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Amount
- Exclusive Omni Associate Travel Discounts on Hotel Rooms, Food & Beverage and more!
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Adoption Services Aid
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Services
- Paid Time Off
- Friends & Family Discounts
- Discounted E-Cornell Courses
- Leadership Development Programs
- Diversity & Inclusion Programs
- Omni Support Center Internal Reward Program
- Work/Life Balance
About the Company
- Omni Austin Hotel Downtown blends Texas charm with modern luxury, offering guests and associates a unique experience capturing the spirit of downtown Austin.
- Associates thrive in a dynamic and upbeat environment, supported by comprehensive training, mentorship, and career growth opportunities.
- The company fosters a culture built on respect, gratitude, and empowerment.
- Omni is a brand recognized for exceptional service and genuine hospitality.
- Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer.
Equal Opportunity
- Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer.
- The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link: EEOC is the Law Poster.
- Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.
- If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to: applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.
