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Banquet Cook - The Row at Assembly Row

Colwen Management Inc, Somerville, MA, United States


360 Foley Street, Somerville, MA 02145, USA

The Row at Assembly Row, a Colwen Hotels property, is in search of an experienced Banquet Cook to join our food and beverage team! The ideal candidate will have previous cooking experience and possess a high level of dependability and attention to detail. If you are looking for a friendly, fast‑paced work environment and have a passion for cooking this could be the position you have been looking for.

General Responsibilities

Prepare food following recipe cards and production and portion standards.

Adhere to all applicable Colwen and brand standards.

Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.

Answer, report, and follow Executive or Sous Chef instructions.

Ensure food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and timely fashion.

Date and rotate stored food items as per hotel and food safety standards.

Ensure proper time and temperature standards.

Maintain compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, hygiene codes, and standards.

Assist in dish washing and other areas of the kitchen as needed.

Note out of stock items and possible shortages.

Operate, maintain, and properly clean all kitchen equipment for cooking, prep, and storage.

Assist in prep work for the next shift.

Ensure proper breakdown at end of shift and cleaning of kitchen and other workstations as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Basic understanding of or ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.

Basic understanding of or ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.

Availability for AM and PM shifts.

Ability to function well in a fast‑paced and sometimes stressful environment.

Ability to work quickly and efficiently.

Ability to work well with a team.

Ability to maintain personal hygiene.

Prior related experience preferred.

ServSafe/Safe Food handling certification as required by individual property.

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance with Company-Funded HRA

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wide-Array of Supplemental Insurance Offerings

Paid Time Off Programs

Employee Assistance Program

401K Plan – Traditional & Roth Options with Employer Match

Hotel Discount Travel Program for Associates & Family

Exclusive Associate Discounts – Travel, Entertainment, & Retail

Training and Development Programs

Compensation
Wage Range: $21.00 - $23.00

Colwen Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. EOE M/F/D/V

Colwen Hotels is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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