cook I
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Job Description Summary
Job Description Summary
Assist with the planning, ordering or production of food items pertaining to the respective sections(s) of the food and beverage outlet or kitchen. Prepare meals in accordance with portion and quality standards.
Job Description
The ideal candidate has a passion for hospitality and providing exceptional guest service.
Work Environment
Must be able work in a fast-paced environment.Majority of work takes place indoors.Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures - i.e. freezers, loading dock.
Physical Demands
Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.Frequent bending, kneeling and reaching.Ability to stand during entire shift.
Expected Hours of Work
Must be flexible to work variable days of the week to include weekends and holidays.Must be flexible to work variable shifts (days, nights, overnights).Ten to twelve hour shifts sometimes required.
Education And Experience
Relevant experience in restaurant or hotel food preparation preferred.High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Principle duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions) include:
Produce all food orders in a timely and consistent manner in accordance with established quality standards. Test food to ensure quality and consistency of all meals served.Operate all kitchen equipment in a safe and responsible manner.Handle and store food items safely and keep work area clean and sanitized. Including all opening and closing duties.Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines.Adhere to uniform and grooming standards.Perform other duties or projects as requested by management.
Qualifications And Skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Prioritization and time management skills.Must be able to read recipes and follow their instructions.Employ math skills to appropriately prepare items according to recipes.Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance.Attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees.Track record of delivering exceptional guest or client experience.Ability to communicate, both verbally and written, effectively with guests, vendors and co-workers.
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Benefits
Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:
Medical, Dental and Vision InsuranceHealth Savings Account with Company Match401(k) Retirement Plan with Company MatchPaid Vacation and Sick DaysSonesta Hotel DiscountsEducational AssistancePaid Parental LeaveCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability InsuranceVarious Employee Perks and Discounts
Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.
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