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Banquet Cook

Marcus Hotels & Resorts – Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

Join us as a Banquet Cook and create memorable experiences for our guests at the Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel, a historic Nebraska landmark and flagship of Marcus Hotels & Resorts.

What you’ll be doing:

• Maintain and set up food production and quality control of all meat, fish, fowl, sauces, stocks, seasonings, and other food items prepared in a specific station.
• Prepare all station‑specific food items according to standard recipes (or as specified on guest check) to ensure consistency and visually inspect the appearance of all food for proper taste, color combination, and overall presentation.
• Check and control the proper storage of product (stocks and sauces needing special attention) and portion control size.
• Keep all refrigeration, storage, and working areas clean, sanitized and in working condition to comply with Health Department regulations.
• Set up station, break down, and perform all necessary advance prep and ensure coolers are cleaned, organized, and locked after work is finished.
• Perform all other related duties and special projects as requested and/or assigned.

What you will bring to the role:

• Prior 1–2 years of relevant experience preferred and high school diploma preferred.
• Ability to work a varied schedule, including days, weekends, holidays, and game days, and to work under pressure.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active Lancaster County Food Handler Certification and any additional training/certification required by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, Marriott and Lancaster County.
• Ability to lift or move goods weighing up to 100 lb continuously.
• Good hearing and vision to observe and detect signs of emergency situations, distinguish product, taste, texture and presentation, and observe preparation.
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation, basic mathematical skills to understand recipes, and service levels for a high‑volume restaurant; thorough knowledge of food products, standard recipes and proper preparation.
• Represent the company in a professional, well‑groomed and courteous manner at all times.

What is in it for you:

• Free well‑balanced meal per shift
• Discounts on room rates, dining, golfing, skiing and spa at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Marriott worldwide locations
• Free parking
• "Two for one" movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres
• Career growth opportunities with ability to transfer between properties
• Paid vacation days, annual wage increases and additional benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, retirement benefits, recognition programs, and unlimited employee referral bonus

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60‑year history of operational and service excellence. We are “People Pleasing People” who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S. based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel/Miller Time Pub & Grill and Marcus Hotels & Resorts are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Entry level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Hospitality