JOB DETAILS
Banquet Cook (Full-Time) – Culinary / Event Production
CompanyLake Lawn Resort
LocationDelavan
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 16, 2026
About The Company
Lake Lawn Resort's 275 wooded acres are situated along two miles of beautiful Delavan Lake shoreline. Founded in 1878, we have been one of Wisconsin’s most popular and historic destinations for both leisure and business travelers alike.
With a rich history of traditional Wisconsin hospitality, Lake Lawn Resort provides a virtually endless array of fun and exciting activities. From cozy romantic getaways and full-fledged family outings to memory-making meetings and special events, Lake Lawn Resort offers something special for everyone. We are just a short drive from Chicago and it's suburbs, Milwaukee, Madison, and other areas of the midwest, and only twelve miles west of Lake Geneva. We are a big resort that has all the charm, comfort and attentive service of a small inn.
What makes Lake Lawn Resort in Delavan, Wisconsin such a desirable destination is the wide variety of leisure and recreational opportunities. First opened in 1921, Lake Lawn’s championship golf is one of the Midwest’s premier golf destinations. Set amid over 250 lush, tree-lined acres, the course was masterfully re-engineered in 1990 by renowned architect Dick Nugent, and is best known for its stately oaks, deep sand bunkers and subtle undulations.
Our newly remodeled 9,000-square-foot Calladora Spa is one of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin area’s most relaxing and unique spas. It's perfect for private gatherings, retreats, bachelorette and bridal parties, and is a perfect compliment to meetings and corporate events.
About the Role
Description
Join our team as a Banquet Cook and play a key role in preparing high-quality food for banquet events and special functions. In this fast-paced culinary position, you’ll be responsible for executing menu items based on banquet event orders (BEOs), maintaining food quality standards, and supporting large-scale event production. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in organized, high-volume kitchen environments and enjoy working behind the scenes to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
Position Details
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Shift: Flexible (Days, Evenings, Weekends, Holidays based on events)
- Department: Banquets / Culinary Operations
What You’ll Do
- Prepare hot and cold menu items for banquet events according to function sheets and BEO specifications
- Review and confirm daily banquet production needs with the Chef or Sous Chef
- Execute food preparation tasks including cutting, slicing, dicing, peeling, and portioning ingredients
- Organize and prioritize banquet food production to ensure timely event execution
- Maintain proper food storage, labeling, and dating to ensure freshness and reduce waste
- Follow recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines for banquet service
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of all work areas, including tables, shelving, and refrigeration units
- Monitor inventory and assist in ensuring all required food items are prepared and available for events
- Communicate with culinary leadership regarding station status and production needs
- Assist with general kitchen duties and support other culinary areas as needed
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operational procedures
- Complete closing duties and ensure proper kitchen reset after service
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum of 1 year of cooking experience required
- Strong knife skills and basic culinary technique required
- Ability to read and execute banquet event orders (BEOs) accurately
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Team-oriented with strong communication skills
- Dependable, punctual, and able to follow direction from culinary leadership
- Must be 18 years of age or older
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs regularly
- Frequent bending, reaching, chopping, and repetitive motion
- Ability to work in hot kitchen environments for long durations
Work Environment
- Fast-paced banquet and event-driven kitchen environment
- High-volume food production for weddings, conferences, and special events
- Exposure to heat, kitchen equipment, and sharp tools
- Team-oriented setting requiring constant communication and coordination
- Requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and peak event seasons
- Active role requiring continuous movement and focus under time constraints
About Lake Lawn Resort
Located on Delavan Lake, Lake Lawn Resort is a premier hospitality destination known for exceptional service and a strong team culture. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a steady role, this is a great place to grow.
Disclaimer
This role includes a variety of responsibilities to support daily operations.
Key Skills
CookingBanquet Food ProductionKnife SkillsFood PreparationReading Banquet Event OrdersFood SafetySanitationInventory MonitoringFood Storage and LabelingPortion ControlRecipe ExecutionKitchen OrganizationTime ManagementAttention to DetailCommunicationTeamwork
Categories
Food & BeverageHospitality
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Prepare and organize hot and cold menu items for banquet events according to event orders, recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines. Maintain food safety and kitchen cleanliness, monitor production needs and inventory, communicate with culinary leadership, and complete closing duties.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
174
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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