Cook - City Cruises - Philadelphia

Hornblower Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a passionate Cook to join their dynamic team in Philadelphia. This role involves preparing high-quality meals, ensuring food safety, and delivering exceptional hospitality to guests. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, showcasing their culinary skills while contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. If you have a love for food and a commitment to service, this opportunity offers a chance to be part of a vibrant team that values creativity and cooperation in delivering unforgettable experiences on land and water.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of kitchen experience required with a focus on food preparation.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain sanitary practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality food while ensuring safety and sanitation.
• Provide exceptional hospitality and assist in cleaning the galley.

Skills

Food Preparation

Hospitality

Sanitary Practices

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

City Cruises is seeking a Cook for our City Cruises operation in Philadelphia.

About the Opportunity:

The successful cook is technically competent in food preparation and production, contributes to general galley operations including receiving and storing provisions, is hospitable and cordial to coworkers and guests, and acts safely and responsibly.

About You:

This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences’ RESPECT Service System.

• Inspect food preparation and service areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices
• Provide exceptional hospitality to coworkers and guests as prescribed in RESPECT Service System
• Prepare high-quality food following prescribed recipes and production specifications
• Receive and organize hot line food orders; portion, arrange, and garnish food for service
• Receive and store food and supplies using proper food-handling techniques including stock rotation and monitoring temperatures of perishable products
• Assist in routine cleaning of galley including daily cleaning of equipment and implements, sanitizing food preparation surfaces, and mopping floors
• Greet guests as they enter premise
• Describe dishes to customers
• Deliver food to expediting station
• Maintain buffet areas in accordance with food runner training manual
• Monitor and maintain buffet food and supplies throughout service
• Stock hot boxes on the deck with ample food for service according to par levels
• Complete Buffet Maintenance Checklist and present to manager for review
• Be prepared to begin work at scheduled time
• Maintain uniform and personal grooming in compliance with appearance standards
• Additional job duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:

• At least one (1) year previous kitchen experience required
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Energetic and enthusiastic personality essential
• Will be closely supervised; must be able to take direction
• Must be able to effectively understand and convey written and verbal information to coworkers and guests
• Must possess a service orientation – actively looking for ways to help others
• Will work for extended periods without sitting
• The nature of the work may be strenuous and the work environment may be warm
• Required to lift and move heavy items such as cases of provisions and large containers of prepared foods
• Will be required to be available for work on all major holidays

About Us:

City Experiences’ passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you’re an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.