BREAKFAST COOK (PART TIME) ($18.00/HR)

Friendwell Group of Companies; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendwell Group of Companies seeks a breakfast line cook to prepare breakfast items for hotel guests while upholding high standards of quality and sanitation.

The role requires reliable, punctual team players who can work early morning shifts and weekends, with knowledge of food handling, safety procedures, and basic math for portioning.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience as a line cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of breakfast preparation and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast items (eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, etc.).
• Set up and maintain breakfast buffet and stations.
• Cook foods according to recipes and standards; ensure proper temperatures.
• Replenish buffet items during service; maintain sanitation and cleanliness.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment; assist with other duties as needed.

Skills

Line cook experience

Food safety basics

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Job description

We’re seeking a breakfast line cook who is a team player, passionate about food, and serving others to be responsible for preparing breakfast items for hotel guests while maintaining high standards of food quality, cleanliness, food safety, cooking and preparing food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The Cook should safely handle equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, Cook- Chill, Kettle and etc.

We are a drug-free workplace and participate in E-Verify.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Prepare breakfast foods such as eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, and other menu items.
• Set up and maintain the breakfast buffet and food stations.
• Prepare food according to hotel recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Ensure food is cooked properly and kept at safe temperatures.
• Replenish buffet items as needed during breakfast service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and work area.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Monitor food supplies and notify management when ingredients need to be reordered.
• Properly store and label food and ingredients.
• Clean cooking equipment, utensils, counters, and other kitchen areas after service.
• Provide friendly and professional service when interacting with hotel guests.
• Assist with other kitchen duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A minimum of two (2) year’s experience as a line cook or in a related role required.
• Breakfast-service experience is a plus.
• Proven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to maintain a safe, sanitary work environment, which conforms to all standards and regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with flexible hours.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift kitchen supplies when necessary.
• ServSafe® Certification a Plus

Requirements:

• Reliable, punctual, and able to work early morning shifts (5 A.M.).
• Ability to work all shifts inclusive of weekends and holidays.
• Requires constant standing/walking.
• Requires frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling of up to 50 lbs.

Notice

Friendwell Managed Hotels function twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. As a part of the hospitality industry, a hospitable service atmosphere must be maintained at all times. All employees are required to project a friendly, welcoming, and positive attitude.