Description

Summary

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Join a high-performing culinary team at one of New Orleans' premier convention hotels. As a Banquet Cook at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, you'll play an essential role in executing large-scale events, conferences, and special functions that serve guests from around the world. Working in a fast-paced, production-driven kitchen, you'll apply solid cooking skills, strong attention to detail, and teamwork to deliver consistent, high-quality banquet cuisine. If you thrive in high-volume environments and take pride in precise execution, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your culinary career with Hyatt.

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What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook menu items for banquets, meetings, and special events
• Execute plated meals, buffets, and action stations according to Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)
• Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation guidelines
• Assist with mise en place, batch cooking, and event production timelines
• Maintain food quality, proper temperatures, and sanitation standards during service
• Work collaboratively with banquet chefs, supervisors, and culinary colleagues
• Support event set-up, breakdown, and post-event cleanup as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation
• Follow all Hyatt standards, food safety, and health department regulations
• Adapt efficiently to changes in menus, guest counts, or event schedules

We care for people so they can be their best

• Career Growth and Advancement - Hyatt believes strongly in promoting from within. We offer training, skills development & career mobility, providing opportunities for advancement at every level
• Affordable Benefits after 30 days - full-time colleagues are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, STD
• Referral Bonuses up to $500.00 - for bringing new members to our team
• Free and Discounted Room Nights at Hyatt Hotels around the world
• Paid Time Off -Holiday pay, new child leave and personal days
• Healthcare FSA - saves you money for medical expenses
• Financial Perks - 401(k) w/ company match & discounted employee stock purchase plan
• Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 emotional support, legal guidance, personal & financial resources
• Discounts at various retailers - at Headspace, Apple, AT&T, Verizon and More

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

Qualifications

• Qualifications & Skills
  
  • Previous experience as a banquet cook or in a similar role
  • Culinary school degree or equivalent training a plus
  • Strong understanding of food safety practices
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Familiarity with various cooking methods and techniques
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends
  • Minimum of 2-3 years of cooking experience
  • Knowledge of kitchen equipment and procedures
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Certification in food safety or willingness to obtain