Banquet Cook II

The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, DC is an iconic luxury hotel located at 1150 22nd St NW, Washington, District of Columbia. Known for its exceptional hospitality and world-class service, The Ritz-Carlton brand is synonymous with elegance, comfort, and an unwavering commitment to delivering memorable experiences to its guests. As part of Marriott International's esteemed portfolio, this property exemplifies the gold standard in luxury hospitality with a deep dedication to quality, professionalism, and personalized guest care. With over 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton continues to attract top hospitality professionals who are empowered to be creative, thoughtful, and compassionate in their roles. This vibrant, inclusive workplace fosters a rich blend of culture, talent, and experience, valuing each associate's unique contributions while promoting non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees.

The position offered is a Full-Time, Non-Management culinary role with a specific focus on banquet and banquet support within the food and beverage category. This role offers a pay rate of $31.70 per hour along with eligibility to earn staff service charges. The successful candidate will have access to ongoing professional development through a partnership with the Rouxbe Cooking School, which provides engaging self-paced online culinary training to enhance their skills and advance their career. The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, DC is committed to cultivating a team that embraces the Gold Standards of service, which include the company’s Employee Promise, Credo, and Service Values. These principles guide associates to deliver gracious and thoughtful service every day that not only meets but exceeds guest expectations.

The culinary associate will be responsible for preparing and presenting food items, especially for banquets and buffets. Their duties include setting up and operating action stations, carving meats, preparing ingredients such as portioning and chopping, operating kitchen equipment like ovens and grills, preparing cold foods, and ensuring food quality according to established standards. Attention to detail in presentation and maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen area, tools, and workstations is critical. Safety and security procedures must be strictly followed while maintaining a professional appearance and attitude. Physical requirements include standing or walking for extended periods and lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds. Teamwork and clear communication are essential to meet the common goals of the department and deliver outstanding guest experiences.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals with at least two years of related culinary experience who hold a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and are eager to continue learning and growing professionally in a prestigious and nurturing environment. Although no supervisory experience or special certifications are required, strong motivation, reliability, and a dedication to upholding the brand’s standards of excellence in every task are critical. Joining The Ritz-Carlton means becoming part of a globally recognized team known for their dedication to rare and special luxury service. It offers a platform where associates can be proud not only of the work they do but also of the colleagues they work alongside, making it a rewarding and inspiring place to build a culinary career.