Breakfast Cook

Westshore Grand; Tampa, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Complimentary parking

Birthday celebrations

Hotel room discounts

Job summary

Westshore Grand in Tampa is seeking a dedicated kitchen staff member to prepare meals that meet quality standards. You will start items, manage prep, and help keep the buffet stocked while following portion controls.

The role requires dexterity with food machinery, the ability to lift up to 100 lbs, and effective communication with teammates and servers. Regular attendance and adherence to safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Hotel experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipes and standards.
• Start items ahead of time and manage prep to avoid waste.
• Rotate perishables and maintain proper temperatures.
• Assist in keeping buffet stocked and organized.
• Return unused items to storage with proper labeling.
• Adhere to HEI standards for cost control and portioning.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment properly.
• Be punctual and available to work regularly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hotel experience

Dexterity

Lifting up to 100 lbs

Verbal & written communication

Adaptability

Tools

Deep fryer

Broiler

Stove

Steamer

Food processor

Mixer

Slicer

Oven

Tilt kettle

Waffle iron

Flat top grill

Job description

About Us

The Westshore Grand, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is a unique and stylish hotel that defines an authentically modern Florida lifestyle. The Westshore Grand offers distinctive, luxurious Florida-inspired design, as well as an energetic and service-minded atmosphere. Conveniently located in the Westshore business district, just five miles from downtown Tampa and the Tampa Convention Center, our hotel is ideal for business and for play. Some of the benefits we offer to our associates include free meals, complimentary parking, monthly birthday and anniversary celebrations, and hotel room discounts throughout the Marriott, Starwood, and Ritz Carlton portfolios.

Compensation

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per check from servers.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to over prepare estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per HEI Hotels and Resorts standards, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up.
• Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
• Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems, control food waste, loss and usage per HEI Hotels and Resorts standards.
• Operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron and flat top grill.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Finger/hand dexterity in order to operate food machinery with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move goods weighing a maximum of 100 lbs. on a continuous schedule with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.
• Pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future.

Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer.

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.