Cook

Hilton Garden Inn Aksarben Village , Omaha NE; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton Garden Inn Aksarben Village in Omaha, NE is looking for passionate kitchen staff to join their team. The role involves preparing and organizing food orders efficiently, focusing on quality and presentation for all meals.

Candidates must have at least a high school diploma and a minimum of 3 months cooking experience in a restaurant or hotel. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness and compliance with health regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months cooking experience in a full service restaurant or hotel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize the station for service.
• Cook all food according to menu and ensure quality.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area as per health regulations.
• Prepare food needed for shifts and following day.

Skills

Food prep skills

Precision in using hand tools

Basic arithmetic for measurements

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

As we continue to grow our business we expect to bring on additional personnel in LHG to promote that growth. We have identified leaders in the markets we serve which will add to our ability to meet our mission objectives.

Job Purpose

To produce all orders required by business volume and supervisor, as quickly and efficiently as possible, and to produce the highest quality product. Also, to produce all orders on an a la carte basis and to prep for buffets, banquets, salad bars and hors d'oeuvres.

Job Responsibilities

• Open up each morning preparing and organizing the station and cooking all food necessary to start serving.
• Prepare all items for lunch; sauces, soups, buffet entrees, and switch over from breakfast to lunch at the assigned time.
• Rearrange the line and steam table to facilitate luncheon cooking and service.
• Prepare all orders as turned in by wait staff and ensure all orders cooked quickly and according to order; also ensures that food leaves the kitchen in peak condition.
• Learn menus, recipes, preparation, and presentation.
• Ensure that all food is stored in proper containers and at proper storage and holding temperatures.
• Cook only sufficient food in advance to cover expected business volume and to maintain quality.
• Prepare all food needed by other kitchen departments which is best prepared by this department.
• Prepare all food for next shift and for the following day as required and directed by Supervisor.
• Maintain the work area, including all counter tops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration in a clean and sanitary condition in accordance with state, county, and company health regulations and work safety regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Skills

• Must be able to "prep" food products, using standardized food preparation techniques.
• Skillfully use hand tools or machines needed for work. Measure, cut, or otherwise work on materials or objects with great precision.
• Use arithmetic or shop geometry to figure amounts of material needed, dimensions to be followed and cost of materials.
• Read recipes of items to be prepared.

Job Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 months cooking experience at a full service restaurant or hotel.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.