Lead Banquet Cook - Hilton Cleveland Downtown at Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Cleveland, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jul, 26

Salary

23.95

Posted On

25 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Banquet operations, High-volume production, Event execution, Kitchen leadership, Mentoring, Knife skills, Food sanitation, Menu execution, Time management, Organization, Food handling, Food storage, Communication, Production planning

Industry

Hospitality

Description

The Hilton Cleveland Downtown is looking for their next Lead Banquet Cook to join their culinary banquet team! Soaring 32 stories with stunning views of Lake Erie, Hilton Cleveland Downtown is located in the heart of downtown with 600 modern guest rooms, and upscale amenities like an indoor pool and rooftop bar. Connected to the Convention Center, it's just steps from Cleveland's key nightlife & entertainment district. The Hilton Cleveland Downtown provides a dynamic and professional setting for team members to grow their hospitality careers. Check us out: Hilton Cleveland Downtown | Events Full-Time Pay: $23.95 an hour Shift Pattern: Flexible with the ability to work AM & PM as well as weekends and holidays The ideal candidate is a skilled and dependable culinary professional with a minimum of two years of prior banquet experience, demonstrating strong ability in high‑volume production and event execution. They bring at least one year of leadership or supervisory experience in a kitchen setting, enabling them to guide and mentor team members. This individual excels in organization, communication, and time management, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and consistently delivers exceptional results to ensure every banquet event runs seamlessly. What will I be doing? As a Lead Banquet Cook, you would be responsible for preparing food items in accordance with recipes and established standards in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: Oversee daily banquet kitchen operations to ensure smooth, efficient food production for all events. Support the banquet Chefs and kitchen staff during prep, service, and breakdown. Prepare food items according to designated recipes and quality standards Follow BEOs to ensure accurate menu execution for all functions. Set up and break down banquet kitchen stations before and after service. Manage guest orders in a friendly, timely and efficient manner Demonstrate proper knife skills Ensure knowledge of menu and all food products Follow a production sheet with minimal guidance Have a strong understanding of mother sauces Visually inspect all food sent from the kitchen Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards at all times Practice correct food handling and food storage procedures according to federal, state, local and company regulations The Benefits Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as: Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO) Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel Parental leave to support new parents Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications* 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount Career growth and development Team Member Resource Groups Recognition and rewards programs * Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable What are we looking for? Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values: Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences. Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time. Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities. Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do. Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions. Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes: Quality Productivity Dependability Customer Focus Adaptability What will it be like to work for Hilton? Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day and our amazing team members are at the heart of it all!

Responsibilities

Oversee daily banquet kitchen operations to ensure efficient food production and service for all events. Support banquet chefs and kitchen staff while ensuring all food items meet quality standards and follow established recipes.