Cook

Vision Hospitality Group, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group is seeking a Cook to join their team in Chattanooga, TN. The role involves preparing food items, ensuring quality and hygiene, and providing excellent service to guests. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, a team-oriented attitude, and the ability to work in high-pressure environments.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food preparation principles and procedures.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and work in high-heat environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to recipes and established standards.
• Provide personalized, friendly service to each guest.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene policies and regulations.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organized

Team-oriented

Ability to work with diverse cultures

Physical ability to perform job duties

Clear communication skills in English

Job description

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Our Culture: We are a highly entrepreneurial company limited only by our imagination. Diversity and teamwork are major aspects of our culture. Our property associates are a highly team-focused group bringing out the uniqueness of each associate to provide great products and services. Success comes to those who continuously seek opportunities to learn and pass on new knowledge. We always strive to be better, never bored, and never complacent. Our teams thrive on hard work, inclusivity, and producing outstanding experiences. We endeavor to make our fellow associates feel comfortable and entrepreneurial so that they can engage unhindered. Finally, giving back to the community is also vital to our culture. Our properties live by the philosophy that they are an important part of their communities and look for ways to partner in the local community to make a difference.

Job Description: A cook is responsible for preparing food items in accordance with recipes and established standards. The person in this position must be able to roll their sleeves up and assist our teams when needed, living our “ONE TEAM. ONE VISION.” philosophy. This person must also provide innovative ways that align with our mission to be the best, most respected hotel company in America.

The job is simple:

1. Focus on ways to promote and engage in internal growth programs.
2. Continuously exemplify and live by our Culture.
3. Meet/exceed our company goals and three metrics.

Responsibilities include:

• Complete all required training
• Adhere to all standard operating procedures and property-specific brand standards
• Provide personalized, friendly service to each guest
• Knowledge of fundamental principles and procedures of food preparation, short orders, and banquet food service
• Implement the highest hygiene policies and examine daily the work areas and equipment cleanliness
• Follow established recipes to ensure quality
• Optimize productivity by executing the daily food prep plan
• Obtain feedback on food and service quality, and resolve customer problems and complaints
• Practice safe and sanitary work habits
• Ensure compliance with regulations/requirements
• This position involves working in high-heat environments and with chemicals
• Perform safety checks and work with maintenance teams to ensure equipment safety
• Perform any other duties as requested by management

Necessary Skills:

• Maintain confidentiality of business functions
• Responsible for safety and security
• Knowledge of fire alarm systems and evacuation procedures
• Effective communication skills
• Flexible schedule availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Organized, honest, and team-oriented
• Maintain a clean work area and personal appearance
• High integrity and respect for others
• Ability to work with diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Physical ability to perform job duties, including lifting up to 25 pounds, working in extreme conditions, and using arms for extended periods
• Good eyesight and finger dexterity
• Clear communication skills in English

Vision Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment.