Banquet Cook II (Part-Time)

Loews Hotels & Co; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Banquet Cook II to join their dynamic team. This part-time role offers the chance to work in a vibrant environment where culinary creativity meets high standards of service. You will be responsible for preparing and presenting exquisite dishes while ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. If you have a passion for cooking and enjoy working in a collaborative atmosphere, this opportunity allows you to showcase your skills in a prestigious setting, contributing to memorable dining experiences for guests. Join a team that values quality, teamwork, and excellence!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent plus culinary training required.
• One year experience in a high volume kitchen preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and store food products while adhering to sanitation standards.
• Ensure timely service of high-quality food and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Standards

Teamwork

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Training

Tools

Knives

Mixers

Slicers

Grinders

Job description

Banquet Cook II (Part-Time)

Banquet Cook II (Part-Time)

Apply locations IL - Rosemont - Loews Chicago O'Hare time type Part time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R0072748

Situated between the energy of Downtown Chicago and the convenience of the nation’s busiest airport, Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel is truly the best of both worlds. Complete with rotating art gallery showcases by local artists, lux amenities and upscale accommodations - our property is truly an O’Hare Oasis.

Job Specific

• Sets up and organizes work area with all necessary supplies and equipment
• Receives, inspects, rotates all food products to ensure fresh, high quality ingredients are used
• Prepares and stores raw food products properly
• Follows standardized recipes in the preparation and cooking of menu items
• Adheres to established portion control guidelines, minimizes waste
• Plates cold foods according to established plating/presentation guidelines
• Monitors finished product to ensure food is served promptly, notifies supervisor of any delays in service
• Ensures that a quality product is prepared and served in a timely manner
• Follows all Governmental Food Sanitation Standards at all times
• Monitors refrigeration and holding temperatures, cleans and sanitizes work surfaces, washes hands frequently
• Uses knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders and all other equipment in a safe manner according to the manufacturers' recommendations
• Notifies Supervisor of any equipment malfunction or safety hazard immediately
• Provides Steward with timely notification of need for clean dishes, pots, pans etc.
• Returns cooking utensils to pot wash area, informs Steward of any HOT items
• Cleans and breaks down work area, returns all unused ingredients to proper storage at end of shift
• Ensures that all closing side work is complete, cooking equipment is turned off and kitchen is secure at end of shift
• Other duties as assigned

General

• Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times
• Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or areas of concern
• Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow employees
• Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
• Complies with required safety regulations and procedures
• Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
• Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
• Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
• Recycles whenever possible
• Remains current with hotel information and changes
• Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, or its equivalent
• Post Secondary culinary training/certification as "Cook" from a recognized culinary training school + One year experience cooking in an upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or equivalent
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Food Service Sanitation Standards
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend; lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays

The wage for this position is $21.75.

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Loews Hotels Benefits

Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.