Cook at the Broadmoor

International Working Holidays Company; Colorado; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Position: Cook |
Department: Culinary
Start Date: Any time
Pay Rate: US$12.00/hour
Min. Contract Length: 12 months

Description:

Responsible for the preparation and presentation of menu items as listed on the menus or Banquet event order sheets and plating instructions. Prepare salads, appetizers, sandwich fillings, and other cold dishes by performing the following duties. Follow direction of the Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine and/or Sous Chefs in maintaining the highest standards of food quality, taste and production.

Essential Functions:

• Proceeds in preparation of all menu items in assigned area on a daily basis.
• Precisely follows portion control, presentation of food, consistency of food, flavor, done-ness.
• Consults with Area/Sous Chef on forecasts, dining reservations, special functions and specials of the day and asks for specific duties to prepare items to specifications.
• Checks coolers for proper rotation of food items to prevent spoilage.
• Ensures adequate amount of product is on hand and lets supervisor know what to order.
• Prepare hot and cold food as specified in areas working in.
• Prepare food for breakfast / lunch / dinner as assigned.
• Maintain a clean, organized and sanitary work area following safety guidelines.
• Advise chef when food inventory is depleted. Must be able to understand and adjust recipes according to business levels.
• Maintain a working knowledge of properly storing, rotating and maintaining products.
• Must be able to maintain Servsafe and health department standards. Maintain comprehensive preparation and knife skills.
• Ability to check and complete mise en place and pars to set-up the station.
• Prepare and service all food items for a la carte and/or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards.
• Ensure production of food in a timely manner. Control proper usage and rotation of food.
• Ensure food quality and appearance is in accordance with standards.
• Alert Chef or direct supervisor to any food quality issues that could have an adverse effect on Broadmoor Resort culinary operations.
• Maintain walk-in coolers and food storage areas on a daily basis.
• Ensure work station and all equipment is clean and sanitized. Ensure outlined prep is completed in a timely manner.

Experience/Requirements:

ACF apprenticeship or culinary school graduate preferred; at least three to five years of culinary experience in a full dining restaurant; must be able to use knives and other kitchen equipment. Highly responsible & reliable. Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work cohesively as part of a team. Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds and up to 25 pounds. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Occasionally push, lift, and/or pull 100+ lbs with assistance. Vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

What do I need to apply?

• You need to be a full-time tertiary student (course needs to be 12+ months) or a recent tertiary graduate (last 12 months) from a full-time course – online courses are not accepted.
• You need to hold a current NZ or Australian passport.
• You will need to be aged 18-30 years old.

In order to qualify as a graduate or current student you will need to meet the following criteria:

• Hold a NZ or Australian passport.
• Be a bona fide student or recent tertiary graduate. To be considered a bona fide post-secondary student, the potential participant must have completed his/her first year.
• A recent graduate is defined as an Australian or New Zealand citizen who has graduated from a post-secondary college/university in their home country within the last 12 months. The applicant must provide evidence of student status.
• Vocational students pursuing studies at a tertiary level accredited educational institution are eligible for participation.
• Applicants must provide proof of sufficient financial resources, prior to coming to the United States, to support themselves during a search for employment or between breaks in employment.

Job Features

Job Category: Culinary, Hotel, Resort, Tourism