Cook

DHS Brand; Maryland; On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Daily pay access

Hotel discounts

Job summary

DHS Brand is looking for a Cook at The Hotel at the University of Maryland. In this role, you will prepare food for all food and beverage outlets, ensuring high standards of quality and safety. Applicants must have prior cooking experience and demonstrate strong culinary skills.

This position offers a full-time schedule along with a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and daily pay access. Weekend and evening availability is required.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience required.
• Experience in menu planning and development.
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Complete various assigned production and preparation tasks.
• Ensure production equipment is working; report problems.
• Prepare and arrange food according to standardized recipes.
• Store and handle food properly by following HACCP procedures.
• Create new menu items for cook to order line.

Skills

Culinary skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Knowledge of HACCP procedures

Education

Prior cooking experience

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

The Hotel At Univ MD
7777 Baltimore Avenue
College Park, MD 20740, USA

Description

Position: Cook
Location: The Hotel at the University of Maryland
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports To: Executive Chef | Food & Beverage Manager
Status: Full Time

Salary Range: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour (experience-based compensation)

Position Summary

Our cooks are responsible for meticulously planning, prepping, and setting up food production for all food and beverage (F&B) outlets within the hotel. This role involves creating detailed preparation schedules, ensuring that all ingredients are fresh and properly stored, and coordinating with other kitchen staff to maintain a smooth workflow. Cooks must also adhere to all safety and sanitation guidelines, ensuring that the kitchen remains clean and organized at all times. Additionally, they play a key role in menu development, contributing ideas for new dishes and ensuring that all food items meet the hotel's high standards of quality and presentation. The ideal candidate will have strong culinary skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. *Candidate must have weekend & evening availability as needed

Essential Functions

• Complete various assigned production and preparation tasks.
• Ensure that all production equipment is working. Report any problems immediately to supervisor.
• Refer any guest problems or complaints to Executive Chef.
• Prepares and arranges food according to standardized recipes.
• Continually updates knowledge of hotel recipes, food preparation and presentation.
• Store and handle food properly by following HACCP procedures. Report and document any observed safety hazards, conditions or unsafe practices and procedures to management immediately.
• Coordinate activities so that service and kitchen runs efficiently.
• Maintain high health standards in the cleaning of work area and equipment.
• Ensure work areas is properly cleaned and sanitized at the beginning, during and at the end of the shift.
• Work closely with Food and Beverage Manager to create new menu items for cook to order line.
• Date and label prepared products for rotation.
• Requisition food products from the storeroom.
• Follow proper check handling/food issuing procedures.
• Exercise and maintain daily cleanliness of the kitchen to provide a safe and organized workspace.

Additional Responsibilities

• Adhere to all work rules, procedures, and policies established by the hotel, including, but not limited to, those contained in the employee handbook.
• The hotel operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Department schedules must accommodate fluctuating business demands and employees may be asked to work shifts other than those they prefer or normally work.

Education and Experience

• Prior cooking experience required.
• Experience in menu planning and development.
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift, push, pull objects up to 50 pounds.
• Operational knowledge of kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Benefits and Perks

Donohoe Hospitality Services is pleased to offer employees a comprehensive Benefits Package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, leaves of absence, retirement plans, paid time off, hotel room discounts, and MORE! Through this selection of benefits and perks, we strive to provide employees with options that will enhance their quality of life in and out of work. *minimum 32 hours/week to qualify

We also offer daily pay access where you can receive your earnings on the same day you work, empowering you to manage your finances easily and confidently.

If you're ready to bring your energy and skills to a team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, we want to hear from you! Apply today and be a key player in creating memorable moments for our guests.

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