Cook
Company: Embassy Suites
Location: Naperville
Posted on: August 5, 2022
Job Description:
As Cook at the Embassy Suites Chicago Naperville, you will be
responsible for preparing all food items, based on standardized
recipes, for the Restaurants, Room Service, and Banquets, while
maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and
appetizing product. He/she is also responsible for ensuring the
cleanliness, sanitation and safety in the kitchen and work areas
while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio. The
ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years of experience in a
culinary position required; hotel experience preferred and banquets
experience a plus. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a
fast-paced environment, a positive can-do attitude, passion for
service and creativity with superior written and verbal
communication skills. We are a collaborative, fast-paced team
looking for a self-motivated person to join us, learn, and quickly
grow their career.Preferred Skills:
Requires advanced knowledge of the
principles and practices within the food profession. Skilled in
assuming tasks independently; being persistent, firm, and
confident; and exercising a practical, individualistic approach in
problem-solving.Requires oral and written communication skills;
ability to communicate information and hotel services to management
and guestsAbility to operate a computer, calculator, phone,
printer, radioAbility to compile facts and figuresMust maintain a
warm and friendly demeanor; maintains composure and objectivity
when neededEssential Responsibilities:
Maintain cleanliness and organization
of all storage areas.Complete necessary food and station
preparation prior to the opening of the restaurant in order to
ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently during the
Restaurant and Room Service operating hours.Prepare and display
buffet food items according to the hotel standards.Recognize
quality standards in fresh vegetables, fish, and dairy and meat
products.Maintain clean and sanitary environment with knowledge of
proper handling, storage, and sanitation.Prepare food for Banquets,
ad required, following specifications on Banquet Event
Orders.Prepare all foods following hotel standard recipes.
Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the Chef or
Kitchen Supervisor.Breakdown buffets and kitchen line, storing food
and equipment properly at the end of each meal period.Work banquet
food station as scheduled by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.Know
the location and operation of all fire extinguishing
equipment.Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible
injury to self or other employees.Use Production Charts as
specified by hotel's standards.Be able to support any position in
the Kitchen that is in need of help.Follow all Health Department
and Company regulations in regards to food and storage standards
and safety.Be able to operate and maintain cleanliness of all
kitchen equipment.Maintain a "Clean As You Go" policy.Assist in
storage and rotation of food items according to hotel
procedures.Sign keys out and back in under supervision as
needed.Powered by JazzHR
Keywords: Embassy Suites, Naperville , Cook, Hospitality & Tourism , Naperville, Illinois
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