Cook IV-Banquet

The Ritz-Carlton is recognized globally as a leading luxury hotel brand known for its exquisite service and commitment to creating memorable guest experiences. With more than 100 award-winning hotels worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton prides itself on fostering a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and exceptional care for both guests and associates. Being part of Marriott International’s portfolio, The Ritz-Carlton combines a rich heritage of hospitality with innovative service standards, positioning itself at the forefront of the luxury hotel industry. The company emphasizes embracing diversity and promoting equal employment opportunities, ensuring that every employee has access to growth and development.

This job opportunity is for a Full-Time Food and Beverage team member located at 600 Stockton St, San Francisco, California. The position is non-management and offers an hourly pay of $37.58. The role centers on supporting banquet and buffet service operations with meticulous attention to food preparation, presentation, and guest satisfaction, aligned with The Ritz-Carlton's renowned "standards of gold." The employee will be instrumental in maintaining quality, operational efficiency, and excellent service delivery during banquets and buffets.

The responsibilities include preparing dishes and trays appropriately for banquets; organizing and operating buffet stations; carving meats as requested by guests; ensuring adequate product supply at banquets and buffets; using various kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, microwaves, and fryers; portioning and prepping ingredients including washing, peeling, weighing, and mixing; adhering to recipe standards for food preparation and presentation; and conducting quality control checks for food readiness and overall standards. This role also involves maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen area, utensils, and equipment, complying with safety policies, reporting incidents, and participating in mandatory safety training and certifications.

Beyond technical skills, this role demands a professional appearance, proactive service orientation anticipating guests' needs, clear and professional communication with team members, and a collaborative spirit to achieve common service objectives. The physical aspects of the job require the ability to stand, walk, bend, stretch, twist, and lift up to 50 pounds, ensuring agility and stamina throughout shifts.

Joining The Ritz-Carlton means becoming part of an exceptional team dedicated to luxury service excellence. Employees are empowered to be creative, kind, compassionate, and committed to delivering experiences guests will remember long after their visit. The company culture and standards serve as both the foundation and the inspiration to continuously improve daily service and hospitality performance. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about culinary arts and luxury hospitality who seek to grow within a prestigious hotel brand and contribute to its celebrated reputation worldwide.