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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$34,751 / year median in Arizona
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Marriott is seeking a skilled Banquet Cook to support high-volume banquet and catering operations. In this role, you'll prepare, cook, and plate hot and cold menu items according to standardized recipes, quality, and presentation standards. You'll coordinate timing with banquet captains, maintain a clean and safe workstation, and follow food safety and HACCP guidelines. Working closely with chefs and culinary team members, you'll assist with menu prep, banquet setup, and breakdown while helping train junior staff. This role requires strong organization, consistency under pressure, and a passion for guest satisfaction. Responsibilities Prepare and cook banquet menu items according to standardized recipes and portion standards Set up, operate, and break down banquet kitchen stations for events Coordinate food timing and plating with banquet captains and service staff Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency under high volume Follow food safety, sanitation, and HACCP guidelines at all times Store, rotate, and label food products to minimize waste and ensure freshness Assist with banquet prep, including chopping, marinating, and pre-portioning Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, tools, and work areas Support inventory checks and communicate low stock or equipment issues Help guide and support junior cooks and stewards during events Required Skills Banquet and batch cooking Hot and cold food preparation Knife skills Food safety and sanitation (HACCP) Buffet and plated presentation Time management in high-volume service Station setup and breakdown Recipe and portion control Commercial kitchen equipment operation Basic inventory and prep planning