Line Cook; Seasonal PT - Royal Sun, Palm Springs, CA

Overview

Line Cook for the Royal Sun, Palm Springs, CA. Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable Line Cook for the Royal Sun, Palm Springs, CA.

Job Purpose:

Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe sanitary work environment. Warm, knowledgeable service and helpful guidance reassure guests they’ve made the right choice to stay with us.

• Prepare all food items according to standard recipes and as specified on guest check, following company and brand standards to ensure consistency of product and achieve high guest satisfaction.
• Prepare daily requisitions for supplies and food items for production.
• Visually inspect, select, and use only food items of the highest standard in the preparation of all menu items.
• Check and control the proper storage of product and check portion control to maintain quality.
• Keep all refrigeration, equipment, and storage and working areas in clean, working condition to comply with health department regulations.
• Demonstrate good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Operate all kitchen equipment (stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers) and possess knowledge of food and beverage preparation and service.
• Promptly report all maintenance issues and properly receive and store food and other deliveries.
• Consult with upper kitchen management daily and with other departments related to the Food & Beverage Department.
• Participate, support and make recommendations for ongoing hotel programs with continued improvement in networking.
• Participate in physical inventories and guest relations; be readily available/approachable for all guests.
• Take proactive approaches when dealing with guest concerns; follow property-specific second effort and recovery plan; extend professionalism and courtesy to guests at all times.
• Adhere to all applicable Company Standard Operating Procedures and be an enthusiastic, helpful, and positive member of the team.
• Be professional, responsible and mature in conduct and behavior; be understanding of, encouraging to, and friendly with all co-workers.
• Be self-motivated and use time wisely; maintain open lines of communication with each department; respond positively to new ideas; openly accept critical/developmental feedback.
• Maintain effective communication through meetings and memorandums; be available to help other departments in emergency situations; perform other assignments as directed by supervisor.
• Adhere to all work rules, procedures and policies established by the company including, but not limited to those contained in the associate handbook.

Safety and Security:

• Properly handle and account for keys; be knowledgeable of policies regarding emergency procedures, lost and found items, and security concerns.

High School diploma / Secondary qualification or equivalent.

This job requires the ability to perform the following:

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must possess basic computational ability.
• Ability to read recipes and follow their instructions.
• Ability to physically demonstrate culinary techniques (cutting, cooking principles, plate presentation, safety and sanitation practices).
• Ability to create appropriate buffet displays up to 5-6 feet in height and to set up, maintain and breakdown same.
• Most work tasks are performed indoors with moderate temperatures; must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10 degrees
  
  F) and kitchens (+110 degrees
  
  F) for up to one hour or more.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 4 hours in length; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and handle knives, pots, and other kitchen items; able to transport items to various areas of the kitchen.
• Ability to operate and use kitchen machinery (slickers, buffalo chopper, grinders, mixers, and other equipment).
• Ability to create, build, handle, and dismantle displays up to 8 feet high, including ice carvings.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, and lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis; reach other areas of the hotel in a timely manner.
• Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 lbs regularly.
• Requires listening, hearing, manual dexterity, and visual acuity; ability to obtain and/or maintain any government required licenses, certificates or permits.

• Being passionate about people and service.
• Strong communication skills are essential when interacting with guests and employees.
• Reading and writing abilities are used often for paperwork, logging issues/complaints/requests/information updates, etc.
• Basic math skills are used frequently when handling cash or credit.
• Problem-solving, reasoning, motivating, and training abilities are often used.
• Have the…