Banquet & Cafeteria Cook | Full Time

Join us in a unique position as a Banquet & Cafeteria Cook. This full-time role supports the culinary team in a dual capacity working as a Banquet Cook during the week and a Cafeteria Cook on weekends. The position is responsible for preparing high-quality food maintaining cleanliness and organization and ensuring efficient service while upholding company Benefits IncludeFree Downtown Parking in our Underground GarageAssociate Cafeteria with Daily Complementary Hot MealsMedical Dental Vision Employee Assistance Program Telemedicine and Short Term & Long-Term Disability.401(K) Match Pre-Tax Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending AmountExclusive Omni Associate Travel Discounts on Hotel Rooms Food & Beverage and more!Unique Perks include Tuition Reimbursement Adoption Services Aid Pet Insurance Legal Services Paid Time Off and Friends & Family DiscountsDevelopment Opportunities including Discounted E-Cornell Courses Leadership Development Programs Diversity & Inclusion Programs Omni Support Center Internal Reward Program and Work/Life BalanceThis position will:Weekday role: Banquet CookAssist in the preparation and execution of banquet meals and hot line production for hotel events and functionsSupport banquet and catering events by preparing food items according to production timelines and event requirementsFollow standardized recipes portion controls and presentation specificationsEnsure all food meets quality freshness and food safety standardsAssist with preparation of sauces proteins sides and other banquet menu componentsMaintain proper inventory levels assist with ordering and minimize wasteEnsure all food is prepared and ready at least 30 minutes prior to serviceWork efficiently to meet production schedules in a fast-paced environmentMaintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen including storage areas and equipmentAdhere to all health department and sanitation guidelinesCollaborate with the culinary team to ensure smooth kitchen operationsWeekend Role: Cafeteria CookPrepare stock and maintain cold and hot food items for cafeteria serviceSet up and maintain all service stations for meal periodsServe and portion food during service while ensuring consistency and qualityVisually inspect all food before and during service to ensure quality standardsMaintain cleanliness and overall appearance of the cafeteria at all timesRestock food and supplies throughout service as neededGeneral Responsibilities:Maintain a high level of professionalism reliability and punctualityWork cohesively as part of the culinary teamPerform job duties with minimal supervisionAssist with cleaning sanitation and organization across all kitchen areasEnsure all equipment is used safely and properlyPerform additional duties as assigned to support business needsQualified candidates may possess:Minimum of 6 months of food & beverage operations experience requiredPrevious cafeteria and/or entry-level culinary experience preferred ideally within a hotel environmentStrong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work cohesively with co-workers both within and across departmentsDemonstrates a calm professional and welcoming demeanor when handling internal questions or concernsBasic math skills required to understand and execute recipes and measurements accuratelyGood 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 situationsPhysical Requirements:Ability to stand or walk for extended periods including the duration of a full shiftFrequent bending reaching overhead and squatting requiredAbility to lift carry and place objects weighing up to 30 lbs independently and up to 100 lbs with assistanceAbility to push move or transport items (up to 70 lbs) using a hand cartAbility to stoop and perform repetitive physical tasks as neededSchedule requirements:Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidaysAvailability to support weekday (Pastry Cook) and weekend (Cafeteria Cook) responsibilities