Banquet Cook - The Row at Assembly Row

Colwen Management Inc; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance with Company-Funded HRA

Vision Insurance

401K Plan – Traditional & Roth Options with Employer Match

Job summary

The Row at Assembly Row, a Colwen Management Inc property, is seeking an experienced Banquet Cook to join our food and beverage team in Somerville, MA. Ideal candidates will bring cooking experience, reliability, and a strong passion for culinary arts to this fast-paced work environment.

The role involves preparing food according to standards, adhering to health codes, and working collaboratively in a team setting. Benefits include medical and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401K plans, and employee travel discounts.

Qualifications

• Prior related experience preferred.
• Availability for AM and PM shifts.
• Ability to maintain personal hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food following recipe cards and portion standards.
• Ensure compliance with health and hygiene codes.
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the kitchen staff.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work well in a team

Basic understanding of food handling techniques

Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment

Education

ServSafe/Safe Food handling certification

Job description

The Row Hotel at Assembly Row
360 Foley Street
Somerville, MA 02145, USA

Description

The Row at Assembly Row, a Colwen Hotels property, is in search of experienced Banquet Cook to join our food and beverage team! The ideal candidate will have previous cooking experience and possess a high level of dependability and attention to detail. If you are looking for a friendly, fast paced work environment and have a passion for cooking this could be the position you have been looking for!

General Responsibilities:

• Prepare food following recipe cards and production and portion standards.
• Adhere to all applicable Colwen and brand standards.
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
• Answer, report, and follow Executive or Sous Chef instructions.
• Ensure food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and timely fashion.
• Date and rotate stored food items as per hotel and food safety standards.
• Ensure proper time and temperature standards.
• Maintain compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, hygiene codes, and standards.
• Assist in dish washing and other areas of the kitchen as needed.
• Note out of stock items and possible shortages.
• Operate, maintain, and properly clean all kitchen equipment for cooking, prep, and storage.
• Assist in prep work for the next shift.
• Ensure proper breakdown at end of shift and cleaning of kitchen and other workstations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures
• Availability for AM and PM shifts
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently
• Ability to work well with a team
• Ability to maintain personal hygiene
• Prior related experience preferred
• ServSafe/Safe Food handling certification as required by individual property

We’ve got you covered: Benefits & Perks

• Medical Insurance with Company-Funded HRA
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wide-Array of Supplemental Insurance Offerings
• Paid Time Off Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Plan – Traditional & Roth Options with Employer Match
• Hotel Discount Travel Program for Associates & Family
• Exclusive Associate Discounts – Travel, Entertainment, & Retail
• Training and Development Programs

Compensation:

Wage Range: $21.00 - $23.00

Colwen Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. EOE M/F/D/V

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