Cook

Hyatt House Hartford North/Windsor; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 23,419 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

On-Demand Pay

Pet insurance

401k plan

Hotel discounts

Shoe subsidy

Job summary

Waterford Hotel Group is seeking a Cook to prepare large volumes of food for events and our al la carte kitchen. You will read food tickets and banquet event orders, assist the Executive Chef with ordering, inventory, and prep, and apply strong knowledge of sanitation, nutrition, and allergy control.

You will ensure the kitchen and prep areas are stocked, cook meals professionally and on time, manage inventory, and uphold all health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• A Keen eye for detail, time management and great customer service skills.
• Pleasant and friendly demeanor.
• Able to work as a team and independently.
• Flexible working hours.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision while meeting high-performance standards.
• Physical mobility and stamina.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the kitchen and prep areas are set up and stocked.
• Prepare meals in a timely and professional manner.
• Compiling and assessing inventory, report discrepancies to management.
• Maintaining and following all health and safety guidelines.
• Time management skills.
• Problem solving skills.

Skills

Time management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Customer service

Team player

Flexible hours

Independent worker

Background check

Follow instructions

Physical stamina

Job description

ABOUT US

At Waterford Hotel Group we pride ourselves on cultivating a workplace that feels like home and brings out the best in you, each and every day. We will celebrate your successes, appreciate your strengths, and offer an environment where each of us can truly be ourselves. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, a tight-knit and supportive work environment, plus numerous opportunities for professional development and advancement. Come for a JOB, stay for a CAREER.

Cook Overview:

This position will be responsible for cooking large volumes of food for events such as meetings and weddings as well as preparing items for an a la carte kitchen. They are responsible for reading food tickets, banquet event orders for specific needs of events. Assisting the Executive chef in ordering, preparing inventory and any food preparation needed. Must have a working knowledge of food sanitation, nutrition, and allergies cross contamination.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the kitchen and prep areas are set up and stocked.

• Prepare meals in a timely and professional manner.

• Compiling and assessing inventory, report discrepancies to management.

• Maintaining and following all health and safety guidelines.

• Time management skills.

• Problem solving skills.

Job Requirements:

If you are interested in kickstarting your career in the hotel industry and have the following skills, we would love to speak with you:

• A keen eye for detail, time management and great customer service skills.

• Pleasant and friendly demeanor.

• Able to work as a team and independently.

• Flexible working hours.

• Ability to work with little or no supervision while meeting high-performance standards.

• Physical mobility and stamina.

• Must be able to pass a background check

• Ability to follow instructions.

WATERFORD HEALTH AND WELLNESS

• Insurance is available on the first of the month after hire!
• We value the health and wellness of you and your family.
• Full time associates can enroll in medical, dental and vision coverage
• Part-time associates averaging 17.5 hours a week can enroll in dental and vision coverage
• Everyone’s needs are different and there is something for everyone with numerous supplemental insurances to choose from.
• We know that life gets in the way, and YOU deserve to recharge.
• Full-time associates receive paid time off within the first 90 days of employment.
• We also offer paid holidays for eligible associates.
• If you stick with us for five years or more, enjoy paid days off for your Birthday and Employment Anniversary date!
• On Demand Pay- Why wait for pay day – get your pay when you need it 24/7.
• Pet Insurance- We cover the whole family, and all associates are eligible for discounted pet insurance.
• 401k Plan- Nobody wants to work forever, start planning for your future now.
• Hotel Discounts- It’s one of the biggest industry perks.
• Shoes for Crew s- All associates are eligible for a shoe subsidy through Shoes for Crews.

For more information, please visit our website at waterfordhotelgroup.com

EOE/M/F/D/V