Job DetailsJob Location WDI - Durham, NC Position Type Full Time Salary Range $19.00 - $19.50 Hourly Description Join the Culinary team at Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club as an Events Cook and bring your passion for food to life! In this dynamic role, you will prepare and present exquisite dishes for a variety of events, from elegant weddings to corporate gatherings. Collaborating closely with our talented chefs, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your creativity and skill in a fast-paced environment, ensuring every dish exceeds our guests' expectations. Working at the Washington Duke Inn means being part of a prestigious hotel that values teamwork, innovation, and excellence. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere, beautiful surroundings, and the chance to grow in your culinary career while creating memorable experiences for our guests. Apply today! Benefits:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness & Accident Coverage, and Life Insurance
- 8 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off
- 401k with employer match (eligible after 6 months of employment)
- Free Parking & Complimentary Employee Meals
- Family & Friends Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Growth Opportunities
Responsibilities:
- Effectively execute preparation and service of Banquet functions.
- Assist the Executive Chef, Banquet Chef and Sous Chef in maintaining department standards for food quality control, safety, sanitation, and staff management for assigned shift.
- Have thorough knowledge to prepare all items for every station and the ability to work every station when needed. Ensure consistency in all presentations and preparations according to recipes, portion size and established quality standards.
- Responsible for ensuring sanitation levels are kept high, by all subordinates and yourself.
- Assist Banquet Chef and Sous Chef in food quality control and management/training of staff.
Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in a cook's position in a quality kitchen.
- Ability to lift objects weighing up to 35 pounds.
- Standing or walking to a significant degree.