Banquet Cook Jobs
Banquet Cook jobs are open across hotels, convention centers, catering companies, and private clubs, at levels from prep cook to lead banquet cook, with specializations in plating, large-volume production, and buffet setup. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Serving as a cornerstone of northern Atlanta’s newest mixed-used community, the Omni Hotel at The Battery Atlanta is the official hotel of the Atlanta Braves, located within steps of Truist Park as well as premier office space, the Coca-Cola Roxy music venue and a variety of shopping and dining. Our luxury hotel features 16 floors with 264 rooms including 28 suites, over 20,000 square feet of meeting space and can accommodate business travelers, families on vacation and everyone in-between.
Redefining "live, work, play," we are a proud "play, work, stay" destination and seek to provide an unforgettable experience enhanced by our hotel's elevated pool deck in addition to our Lobby Bar and hotel restaurant.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Banquet Cook 2 will provide and maintain high quality standards and procedures in preparing and serving all food.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Must maintain regular attendance in compliance with Omni Standards as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel
- Prepare all items on prep list following standard procedure or otherwise told by supervisor.
- Maintain high quality at all times. Inspect all food products for quality when working on prep list and service line.
- Communicate with the supervisor/Chef to learn of daily work tasks and complete a daily prep list.
- Maintain proper food temperatures at all times.
- Follow all storage procedures when taking food out of walk-in and when returning food to walk-in.
- Maintain cleanliness of work area at all times.
- Keep refrigeration, prep area and equipment up to Health Department at all time.
- Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards.
- Date all food containers and rotate as per EcoSure/Omni standards, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
- Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up. Note any out-of stock items or possible shortages.
- Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
- Cooperate with other cooks to prepare events or special requirements on meals.
- Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
- Perform any other job related duties as assigned.
- Communicate to supervisor on a regular basis of any missing or needed items
- Complete other tasks as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 6 months of culinary experience, preferably in high volume bar/casual dining restaurant operation.
- Basic math skills needed to understand and implement recipes and measurements.
- Good eye/hand coordination needed to use all kitchen equipment.
- Must be able to speak with enthusiasm and be comfortable talking and interacting with guests.
- Ability to work cohesively with co-workers both within and outside of your department
- Ability to handle stressful situations, while maintaining a calm and welcoming demeanor.
- Requires a working knowledge of sanitation standards.
- Highly motivated self-starter focused on quality, organization, cleanliness and teamwork.
- The ability to work in a fast paced high pressure work environment while executing delegated tasks and assignments.
- Must be able to work in indoor/outdoor kitchen throughout entire shift, with fluxing temperatures
- Ability to produce high volumes of work while maintaining quality per Omni standards
- The ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds. Requires repetitive motion with both hands and occasional bending/stooping/kneeling. Must be able to stand or walk for an extended period or for an entire work shift in indoor/outdoor environments.
- Flexible schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Required to have Harris County Food Handlers Card
- Ability to stand 8+ hours a day
- Ability to multitask
- Basic knife skills required
- Tools needed to perform most task are paring knife, chef knife and vegetable peeler.
- Must be able to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
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.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Omni Hotels14

- The Grand Hotel5

- Montage Deer Valley4

- Aspen Skiing Company3

- Kc Hotel Property Owner3

Top Industries Hiring
- Hospitality & Tourism25
- Sports & Recreation2
- Agriculture & Farming1
- Fashion & Apparel1
- Food & Beverage1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in banquet cook jobs.
- One or more years of high-volume banquet or catering kitchen experience
- Ability to execute large-scale plated dinners, buffets, and food stations
- Food handler certification or ServSafe certification
- Proficiency with commercial kitchen equipment including tilt skillets and steam kettles
- Culinary arts diploma, certificate, or equivalent on-the-job training
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
Tips for Your Banquet Cook Job Search
Tailor your resume for volume
Hiring managers for banquet roles care about how many covers you've executed at once. List your largest events by guest count and the menu style, whether plated dinners, buffets, or stations, so they can gauge your production capacity immediately.
Highlight specific banquet equipment skills
Banquet kitchens run on tilt skillets, steam kettles, and chafing equipment. Name the specific equipment you've operated on your resume rather than listing generic 'kitchen equipment,' because hiring managers scan for those exact terms when staffing event kitchens.
Target postings by event type, not just title
Roles at hotel chains, country clubs, and standalone catering companies reward different skills. Search by venue type alongside the job title so you're applying where your background in wedding plating, corporate dinners, or high-volume buffets matches what they actually run.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists banquet cook openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a practical skills demo for interviews
Many banquet kitchens give working interviews or ask you to describe a full execution timeline from prep to service. Practice walking through how you'd organize a 200-person plated dinner from mise en place to pickup so you can answer that question with specifics.
Negotiate schedule and event load, not just pay
Banquet cook positions vary widely in how many events per week you're expected to cover. Before accepting an offer, clarify the typical weekly event count, weekend requirements, and whether the role is on-call or guaranteed hours so the reality matches what was advertised.
Banquet Cook Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most banquet cooks?
The companies hiring the most banquet cooks right now include Omni Hotels, The Grand Hotel, and Montage Deer Valley, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Colorado, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Hotel groups and convention center operators tend to post the highest volume of openings year-round.
How many banquet cook jobs are remote?
About 0% of banquet cook openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting that most banquet cooking is hands-on, on-site work tied to a specific venue. The sub-areas most likely to allow off-site work are menu development consulting and culinary training coordination rather than direct event execution roles.
How do you become a banquet cook?
Most banquet cooks start by completing a culinary arts program or entering a kitchen as a prep cook and advancing through line positions. From there, seeking out employers with active banquet operations, such as hotels or catering companies, gives you exposure to the high-volume plating and station setup skills that define the role. Earning a ServSafe certification strengthens your candidacy at every stage.
Can you get hired as a banquet cook with little experience?
Yes, entry-level banquet cook roles exist, particularly at catering companies and hotel chains that run frequent events and need reliable prep and station support. Emphasizing any volume cooking background, even from fast-casual or cafeteria environments, shows you can handle output at scale. Flexibility on weekends and evenings, when most banquets run, also makes you a stronger candidate when your kitchen experience is limited.
What does the banquet cook interview process look like?
Most banquet cook interviews start with a phone or in-person conversation covering your kitchen background and the types of events you've worked. A working interview or practical assessment is common, where you may be asked to demonstrate knife skills, discuss a prep timeline, or execute a simple dish. Some employers follow up with a tour of the banquet kitchen and a conversation with the executive chef or banquet manager before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to banquet cook jobs?
You can find and apply to banquet cook jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred venue type, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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