Cook

Aloft Charlotte City Center; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Aloft Charlotte City Center in Uptown Charlotte, NC is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare and serve high-quality food. Flexibility to work AM or PM shifts, with weekday and weekend availability required, is essential. A $250 sign-on bonus is offered and daily pay is available after each shift.

Primary duties include prep, cooking, quality checks, and proper garnish, with emphasis on safety and teamwork. High school diploma desired; culinary school is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook with basic kitchen safety knowledge.
• Ability to work AM/PM shifts with weekday/weekend availability.
• Desireable culinary training or schooling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh ingredients per recipes/menu.
• Cook and plate top-quality menu items promptly.
• Test foods for proper preparation and temperature.
• Plating and garnishing in accordance with menu specs.
• Check coolers/storage for cleanliness and quality.
• Care for ranges, ovens, fryers, and kitchen utensils.

Skills

Proven experience as cook

Health and safety knowledge

Team player with good communication

Maintains composure under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary school training asset

Job description

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Cook

Full Time Aloft Charlotte, Charlotte, NC, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 7359

Salary Range: $18.00 To $19.00 Hourly

We offer Daily pay! Access up to 50% of your earned wages after every shift.

The Aloft by Marriott, located in Uptown Charlotte, is hiring for a full-time Cook. The person hired for this position will need flexibility to work AM or PM shifts; weekday and weekend availability is required.

$250 Sign-On Bonus*

PRIMARY PURPOSE:To contribute to customer satisfaction by preparing and serving high quality food products in accordance with the standards of the hotel

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare fresh ingredients for cooking according to recipes/menu
• Cook food and prepare top-quality menu items in a timely manner
• Test foods to ensure proper preparation and temperature
• Prepares and properly garnishes all food orders as they are received in accordance with menu specifications, ensuring proper plate presentation
• Checks all coolers and storage areas for cleanliness, quantity, and quality of food products
• Takes proper care of ranges, ovens, broilers, fryers, griddles, utensils and other equipment

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as cook
• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
• A team player with good communication skills
• Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure
• High school diploma or equivalent is desirable; Training from a culinary school will be an asset

JOB SETTING AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employees in this position work primarily indoors. To perform the job successfully the candidate must possess manual dexterity, must be able to stand for long periods of time, have the ability to lift up to 30 pounds, bend, stretch, twist, or reach out, and operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils. Fluency in the English language and the ability to speak, hear, read and write are required as is the ability to work any hours/days of the week necessary to meet business requirements.

Disclaimer

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of people assigned to this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. All employees may be required to perform activities outside of their normal job responsibilities from time to time as needed.

EOE - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

*Sign-On Bonus: New employee will receive $250 after working 90 days.