Banquet Cook

Description

Do you strive to set yourself apart by your gracious service and impeccable style? Are you passionate and energetic about delivering exceptional experiences to guests in the premier luxury hotel in downtown Milwaukee? If so, The Pfister is looking for a Banquet Cook to be a part of our team and continue its iconic legacy.

As a Banquet Cook at The Pfister Hotel, you will be responsible for preparing and maintaining the highest quality of food items for our banquet events, ensuring consistency, quality control, and exceptional presentation.

Built in 1893, The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee has been a hotel icon for nearly 130 years. As one of the best hotels in Milwaukee and the Midwest, we continue to celebrate a grand tradition of gracious service and impeccable style. The Pfister Hotel has received AAA Four Diamond hotel status for 46 consecutive years. The hotel is one of only 11 properties throughout North America to maintain the AAA Four Diamond designation since the inception of the Diamond Rating program in 1976.

* Prepare station-specific food items according to standard recipes, ensuring consistency and quality.

* Monitor product storage, portion sizes, and specialty items such as stocks and sauces.

* Maintain cleanliness and organization of all areas to meet Health Department regulations.

* Prepare requisitions for supplies and food items for production in assigned workstation.

* Ensure equipment is clean, sanitized, and operational.

* Manage station setup, prep work, and breakdown.

* Follow recipe specifications and uphold high standards of food production and presentation.

* Maintain personal hygiene and sanitation practices at all times.

* Previous cooking experience required; 1-2 years in a similar position preferred.

* Culinary or Apprenticeship program preferred; high school diploma preferred.

* Must own a set of knives.

* Manual dexterity to operate kitchen equipment (knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slicers, etc.).

* Ability to lift, push, or pull weights up to 100 lbs.

* Ability to stand for long periods, work in confined spaces with high levels of noise, frequent interruptions, and perform duties in extreme temperature ranges.

* Ability to obtain local, state, or federal certifications related to sanitation, liquor service, or food safety.

* Must adhere to the Local 122 Collective Bargaining Agreement regulations, with the option to obtain union membership after 90 days of employment.

* Complimentary, well-balanced meal every shift.

* Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of America properties.

* Savings at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golf courses, ski resorts, and spas.

* Discounted parking and "two-for-one" Marcus Theatres movie tickets.

* Career growth opportunities, with the ability to transfer between properties while maintaining service credit.

* Early wage access, paid time off, and company-paid life insurance.

* Medical, dental, and vision insurance available after 30 days of employment.

* Employee Assistance Program and 401(k) with employer match.

Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly

Pay Rate: $19.52 per hour

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are "People Pleasing People" who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S.-based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

The Pfister Hotel is an equal opportunity employer.