Artisan Cook: Prep, Bake & Plate Excellence

Plazahotelelpaso; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Plaza Hotel El Paso is seeking a Cook to prepare food items according to recipes and standards, maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen, and contribute to guest satisfaction. You will be part of a team that emphasizes quality and consistency in every dish.

The role requires following recipes, prepping and cooking a wide range of items, ensuring proper portions and plating, and supporting the team with flexible scheduling and adherence to health regulations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred.
• Previous culinary experience or equivalent training required.
• Department of Health Sanitation certificate may be required.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes to prepare food items accordingly.
• Wash, peel, and cut fruits and vegetables; cut, trim, or clean meat.
• Prepare appetizers, salads, or cold dishes.
• Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Bake breads, rolls, or other baked goods.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food for pick up by server or deliver to guests.
• Maintain clean and sanitized work areas such as cutting boards, counters and work spaces.
• Secure and store food items properly.
• Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
• Follow safe food handling procedures.
• Follow guidelines related to sustainability practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
• Practice safe work habits and wear protective safety equipment.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food safety awareness

Sustainability practices

Education

High School diploma

Department of Health Sanitation certificate

Job description

Plaza Hotel El Paso is seeking a Cook to prepare food items according to recipes and standards, maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen, and contribute to guest satisfaction. You will be part of a team that emphasizes quality and consistency in every dish.

The role requires following recipes, prepping and cooking a wide range of items, ensuring proper portions and plating, and supporting the team with flexible scheduling and adherence to health regulations.