Cook 2

Dolphin Hotel Management; Rancho Mirage (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort and Spa in Rancho Mirage, CA is seeking a Cook II to prepare ingredients, portion foods, and operate kitchen equipment in a fast paced environment. You will follow recipes, maintain quality, and ensure food safety standards while working with a collaborative team.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least 2 years of related experience, and a Riverside Food Handler Card.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Related work experience: At least 2 years of related work experience.
• Supervisory experience: No supervisory experience.
• License: Riverside Food Handler Card.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for cooking including portioning, chopping, and storing.
• Wash/peel fresh fruits and vegetables; weigh and mix ingredients.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers; monitor food quality.
• Set up and break down workstation; serve food in proper portions.
• Follow safety policies; report maintenance and safety concerns.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and ensure proper temperature checks.

Skills

Food prep

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Riverside Food Handler Card

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort and Spa - Rancho Mirage, CA 92270, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $22.00 - $22.00 Hourly, Cook II

At Westin Hotels, we are committed to empowering the well-being of our guests by providing a refreshing environment, thoughtful amenities, and revitalizing programming to help ensure that they leave feeling better than when they arrived. We recognize that travel can be disruptive to our guests’ well-being, and we’re energized to assist as partners in helping them maintain control and soaring above it all while on the road. Everything we do is designed to help guests be at their best, and they appreciate our supportive attitude, anticipatory service and extensive knowledge on how to best assist them throughout their stay. We are looking for dynamic people who are excited to join the team and ready to jump into any situation to give a helping hand. If you’re someone who has is positive, adaptable and intuitive, and has a genuine interest in the well-being of others around you, we invite you to discover how at Westin, together we can rise.

POSITION SUMMARY

Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Set-up and break down work station. Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles. Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment. Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.

Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Qualifications: PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Related Work Experience: At least 2 year of related work experience.

Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.

License or Certification: Riverside Food Handler Card

In accordance with the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and applicable state laws, we may obtain a consumer report (background check) on you in connection with your employment application. This report may include information about your criminal history, employment history, educational background, credit history (if applicable to the position), and other relevant details.

Before any such report is obtained, you will receive a separate written disclosure and authorization form, which you must sign for us to proceed. You will also be provided with a copy of the report and a summary of your rights under the FCRA before any adverse employment decision is made based on that information.

We are committed to complying fully with all federal, state, and local laws governing background checks and the use of consumer reports.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.