BANQUET PREP COOK
Reports to: Executive Chef, position is non-exempt
THE ROLE
The Banquet Prep Cook works directly with the Banquet Chef and Executive Chef to execute culinary operations related to banquet functions and group events. You will be responsible for prepping and executing high-quality food service for events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale functions of up to 250 guests. This includes following production timelines, plating logistics, and ensuring food quality and presentation meet our standards at every touchpoint.
A deep understanding of high-volume cooking techniques-including batch cooking, holding, and rethermalization methods is critical. You must be able to adjust quickly to last-minute changes and maintain poise under pressure during peak service times. You are a task-oriented and list-driven individual who is comfortable working closely with the Banquet Chef and other culinary leadership.
Must be able to work evenings and weekends.
Pay range is $18 per hour, plus a portion of the banquet service charge for each banquet event.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Work closely with the Banquet Chef, Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, and fellow cooks to help deliver the best possible food and guest experience.
Support your team by preparing high-quality ingredients, maintaining clean and organized work areas, and following food safety standards.
Assist with banquet and catering event preparation, including large-batch cooking, organizing mise en place, and ensuring items are ready on schedule.
Help with plating and service for events up to 250 guests, keeping food quality and presentation consistent from the first plate to the last. Pay special attention to plating aesthetics-whether it's detailed banquet plates or visually appealing displays such as charcuterie boards-ensuring presentations reflect the standards of the Jasper Hotel.
Step in to support the restaurant kitchen when banquets are not in session.
Take care of culinary equipment and kitchen spaces, keeping them clean, safe, and in good working order. Report any issues to the Chefs right away.
Communicate regularly with the Chefs and your teammates to stay aligned on prep lists, timelines, and priorities.
- Uphold and role model the company's principles of People, Place, and Character, while embodying our values that drive collaboration, intuitive service, and translocal hospitality.
WHO WE ARE
Hotels done differently. It's not just a slogan it is who we are in everything we do. We believe in the power of People, Place and Character; ensuring our properties are a place where individuals are valued and celebrated as a tribute to the neighborhoods and the people of the communities in which we operate; elevating our associates' pride in who they are, where they live and who we serve.
Soulful, sophisticated, and avant-garde, the Jasper Hotel serves as Fargo's social hub for cultured locals and modern travelers looking to connect, discover and indulge, the intersection of luxury and community. Redefining hotel luxury in North Dakota, this new build has 6,000 square feet of flexible space, 125 rooms and features Rosewild Restaurant, a signature lobby lounge, and a cafe.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, where they come from and take pride in who we serve.
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Aparium Hotel Group
Aug 27, 2025 