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Banquet Cook 2
Company : Omni Amelia Island Resort
Location : Tempe, AZ, 85281
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 8 January 2026
Location
Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU
Located at the corner of University and Mill, Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU amplifies Tempe’s revitalized downtown area and brings some of the largest conference and meeting space to the city. The hotel features 330 guest rooms, four dining outlets, a spacious pool deck, retail, and almost 36,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space along with expansive views of the ASU campus and the Tempe cityscape. We are building an amazing team that focuses on creating incredible guest experiences. Join us and be a part of something special!
Job Description
At Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU, our culinary team is the heart of the guest experience. We're looking for a reliable, hardworking Banquet Cook 2 to support our banquet kitchen with food preparation, setup, and occasional café service. This role is ideal for a prep cook or early-career culinarian looking to grow their skills in a supportive, high-volume kitchen environment.
This is a PM position.
Responsibilities
- Assist with preparation of banquet menu items including cold prep, sauces, marinades, and bulk production.
- Follow recipes, prep lists, and direction from Cook 1s, Sous Chefs, and Banquet Chefs.
- Support banquet event production by ensuring ingredients are prepped, labeled, and ready for service.
- Assist with setup and restocking of the Associate Dining Room (ADR) as needed.
- Maintain clean and organized prep areas, walk-ins, and dry storage.
- Uphold all food safety, sanitation, and temperature guidelines.
- Assist with receiving and storing deliveries as directed.
- Communicate any shortages, quality issues, or maintenance concerns to kitchen leadership.
- Work closely with the stewarding team to ensure cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.
- Perform other duties as assigned by kitchen leadership.
Qualifications
- 1+ years of banquet kitchen experience preferred.
- Familiarity with batch cooking, cold prep, and basic culinary techniques.
- Able to follow recipes and prep instructions with accuracy and consistency.
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn and take direction.
- Must have or obtain a valid Maricopa County Food Handler’s Card.
- Ability to communicate clearly and work as part of a team.
- Culinary school experience a plus, but not required.Ability to stand or walk for up to 8 hours per shift.
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to navigate a busy kitchen safely and efficiently.
- Exposure to hot surfaces, sharp tools, and wet conditions is expected.
*This position is a full-time, on-site position with no work from home flexibility.
Salary is $21 / Hr.
This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Omni Hotels & Resorts.
Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement 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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Frequently asked questions
Unlike standard restaurant cooks, a Banquet Cook 2 in Tempe focuses heavily on large-scale food prep for events, including batch cooking and cold prep, often working in fast-paced banquet kitchens. This role demands precision and teamwork to support banquet events rather than a la carte orders.
Mastering recipe adherence, efficient bulk food preparation, and understanding food safety regulations are vital. Hands-on experience, reliability, and communication in a busy banquet environment can fast-track growth, even without culinary school credentials.
Absolutely, gaining experience as a Banquet Cook 2 exposes you to event logistics, kitchen coordination, and food prep management, which are foundational for transitioning into banquet manager positions within hotels or resorts.
Tempe’s vibrant downtown and university proximity lead to high-volume banquet events, requiring cooks to navigate tight deadlines and diverse menu preparations while adapting to seasonal guest flows and local food safety standards.
Yes, a valid Maricopa County food handler’s card is typically mandatory. Additionally, certifications in food safety and sanitation are highly valued due to local health department regulations.
Tempe’s banquet cook roles tend to be moderately competitive due to the city’s growing hospitality sector and university events. However, demand remains steady with opportunities at hotels like Omni Amelia Island Resort for skilled cooks.
This position emphasizes banquet-specific food prep and event support, focusing on large-scale batch cooking and setup for conferences versus general kitchen duties, making it central to delivering seamless banquet experiences.
The resort fosters a collaborative environment where Banquet Cook 2s receive guidance from sous chefs and banquet chefs, encouraging growth through hands-on learning in high-volume banquet settings tailored to hospitality excellence.
Banquet Cook 2 positions in Tempe typically offer between $18 and $23 per hour. Omni Amelia Island Resort provides a competitive $21 per hour wage, aligning well with regional market standards for banquet culinary roles.
Applicants should be prepared for extended periods of standing or walking, handling up to 50 pounds, and working around hot surfaces and sharp tools in a fast-paced banquet kitchen environment.