Cook

Overview

Cook: #502070
Department:
Food & Beverage

Reports To:

Executive Chef
FLSA:
Non-Exempt

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality food in a fast-paced, professional kitchen environment. You will ensure food is prepared in accordance with the hotel's standards and assist with maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.

• Food Preparation & Cooking:
  Prepare and cook a variety of dishes as per the hotel s menu, ensuring consistency and quality. This includes appetizers, entrees, desserts, and special requests. Ensure all dishes are cooked to the correct specifications, using the proper cooking techniques.
• Quality Control:
  Maintain a high standard of food quality and presentation. Ensure all food is prepared and served in a timely manner, adhering to hotel standards.
• Health and Safety Compliance:
  Follow all food safety and hygiene regulations, including proper handling, storage, and sanitation procedures. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, including workstations and equipment.
• Inventory and Cost Control:
  Assist in managing kitchen inventory by checking supplies and ensuring ingredients are fresh and stocked. Report any issues with inventory to the Sous Chef or Executive Chef.
• Teamwork & Communication:
  Work closely with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations and collaboration. Communicate effectively with the front-of-house staff to ensure timely and accurate food delivery.
• Equipment Maintenance:
  Operate kitchen equipment properly and report any malfunctions to the appropriate personnel. Assist with cleaning and maintaining kitchen tools, equipment, and appliances.

• Proven experience as a cook or in a similar role within the hospitality industry.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques, ingredients, and presentation styles.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food preparation, and safety.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with kitchen equipment and food safety protocols.
• Experience in hotels or fine dining kitchens is a plus.
• Basic knife skills and knowledge of kitchen equipment operation.

Full-time position with variable shifts, including weekends and holidays. Occasional overtime as needed during peak periods. Work is conducted in a commercial kitchen environment with exposure to heat, noise, and kitchen equipment.

Competitive hourly wage, commensurate with experience.

Salary

Description:

$20-$24 Hourly

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; additional details will be specified by the direct supervisor. The associate may also perform other reasonable business duties assigned by their direct supervisor.