Banquet Cook

Resolute Road Hospitality; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel Perks

Optional Daily Pay

Health/Life Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Dental/Vision

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Job summary

Resolute Road Hospitality in Spokane, WA seeks a dedicated Line Cook to prepare meals and keep the kitchen compliant with health codes. You will work within a team to ensure timely, high-quality dishes and maintain a professional image.

Ideal candidates have kitchen experience, knowledge of food safety, and the ability to read recipes and follow directions precisely. Flexibility for varying shifts, including weekends, is appreciated.

Qualifications

• Food Handlers Card required and compliance with local regulations.
• Previous kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to read recipes and measure/prepare ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Read menu to estimate food requirements and order or procure ingredients.
• Operate ovens, boilers, grills, roasters and kettles, adjusting temperature as needed.
• Measure, mix and prepare ingredients according to recipes with various utensils.
• Set up and stock stations with necessary supplies.
• Cook banquet items in coordination with kitchen staff.
• Keep station clean and dispose of waste.

Skills

Kitchen operations

Food safety

English communication

Fast-paced environment

Multitasking

Tools

Ovens

Thermometers

Food prep equipment

Job description

Description

The Doubletree by Hilton located in Spokane, Washington is looking to add to our hospitality family! This beautiful hotel is perfectly located in the heart of downtown Spokane, just minutes away from Riverfront park, the downtown conference center and tons of restaurants. We are looking for a passionate individual who would like to begin a career in the hospitality industry.

SUMMARY

Resolute Road Hospitality, a national third-party hospitality management company, is seeking dynamic, driven, service-oriented people to join our family! Whether your goals are short or long-term, we have limitless opportunities for growth within our company. Our leadership team is here to help you realize your full potential and feel supported every step of the way. Join us on the road ahead.

BENEFITS

• Travel Perks
• Optional Daily Pay
• Health/Life Insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Dental/Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program

OVERVIEW

Prepares meals for guest consumption; ensures kitchen is clean and in compliance with health codes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Reads menu to estimate food requirements and orders food from supplier or procures it from storage
• Adjusts thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, boilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes, using variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, such as blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, and tenderizers, to prepare soups, salads, desserts, sauces, and casseroles
• Sets up and stocks stations with all necessary supplies
• Cooks banquet items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Cleans up station and takes care of waste
• Stocks inventory appropriately
• Ensures all food items are properly dated
• Ensures all food items are properly stored
• Maintains inventory
• Maintains temperature logs
• Ensures that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
• Complies with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintains a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
• Adheres to all safety and brand standards
• Responds to guest requests and complaints timely, efficiently, appropriately and in a friendly manner
• Maintains professional image at all times through appearance and dress
• Follows Company policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or management

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Possess knowledge of food and beverage in the restaurant or hotel operations
• Skillfully use hand tools or machines needed for the position
• Read recipes of items to be prepared
• Measure, cut, or otherwise work on materials or objects with great precision
• Accept responsibility for the accuracy of the work as it is turned out
• Speak, read, write, and comprehend the English language, proficiently.
• Able to work in fast paced environment
• Able to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple tasks

EXPERIENCE

Previous kitchen experience preferred.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES

Food Handlers Card Required. Any requirements unique to local and state regulations required. Brand standards and/or additional training required.

ENVIRONMENT and PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Most work will be performed by standing & walking, up to the complete 8-hour shift or more, if overtime is required. At times, may need to sit or walk for extended periods of time. Finger dexterity to required.

Grasping, writing, repetitive motions, crouching, kneeling, reaching above shoulders, and climbing a ladder while may be infrequent needs, are all required.

Must be able to exert well-paced ability to reach other departments of the hotel in a timely manner.

Must be able to lift up 40 pounds frequently (on a daily basis), up to 50 pounds occasionally.

OTHER

Cooks may be required to work varying schedules as dictated by the business needs of the hotel. This includes attendance at all scheduled brand and job specific training sessions and meetings. May require nights, weekends, and holidays.

Consistent attendance in accordance with the standards set forth by Resolute Road Hospitality must be maintained and is an essential element of the success in this role. If the Line Cook is unable to meet these requirements, he/she will be subject to disciplinary action based on management operating policies, up to and including termination of employment.

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