AM Cook

Topbrassdallas; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

STD/LTD

Life Insurance

401K

FSA

Job summary

Dreamscape Hospitality in Columbus, OH seeks a skilled Cook for the evening shift to prepare high-quality meals in a fast-paced hotel kitchen. You will follow hotel standards and help maintain a clean, organized work area.

Responsibilities include cooking dishes per menu, quality control, adhering to food safety regulations, assisting with inventory, and collaborating with front-of-house staff to ensure timely service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook in hospitality
• Knowledge of cooking techniques and presentation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining detail
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
• Good communication and teamwork, flexible weekends/evenings/holidays

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes per the hotel menu
• Maintain high quality and presentation of all plates
• Adhere to health, safety and sanitation regulations
• Assist with kitchen inventory and ingredient freshness
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure timely service

Skills

Cooking techniques

Team collaboration

Food safety

Knife skills

Fast-paced work

Job description

Description

Cook: #502070

Department: Food & Beverage

Reports To: Executive Chef

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Cook to join our culinary team for the evening shift. 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.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

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:

Always 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.

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.

Dreamscape Hospitality also offers Competitive Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• STD/LTD
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• FSA

Working Conditions

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.

Reasonable Accommodations:

The hotel is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you require an accommodation, please discuss your needs with the Human Resources department.

This job description covers essential aspects while being compliant with ADA guidelines, allowing for reasonable accommodations as needed.

Dreamscape Hospitality is an at-will employer. This document does not constitute a contract of employment, and nothing contained in this job description issued by Dreamscape Hospitality is intended to create a contract of employment or guarantee employment. is a guideline and does not constitute a written or implied employment contract.

Dreamscape Hospitality reserves the right to change this job description, job responsibilities, duties, and working hours as needs prevail.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dreamscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requirements

Education, Experience, and Skills (Qualifications/Requirements):

• 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.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Ability to lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs).

Ability to work in a hot, noisy, and fast-paced environment.