Cook I

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) savings plan with matching funds

Vacation, sick, and holiday programs

Discount programs

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts in Frisco, Texas is looking for a dedicated kitchen staff member to prepare high-quality food while adhering to established culinary standards. You will be responsible for preparing food consistently, maintaining cleanliness, and operating kitchen equipment efficiently.

This role requires hotel experience and the ability to lift and carry items. Join HEI for a rewarding career that offers various health benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Ability to operate food machinery with reasonable accommodation.
• Lift and carry goods weighing a maximum of 100 lbs continuously.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality per recipe and standards.
• Start food items prepared ahead of time to avoid over-preparing.
• Maintain proper temperatures for perishables and check stock.
• Assist in controlling food waste and quality.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment properly.

Skills

Hotel experience

Finger/hand dexterity for food machinery

Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs

Effective verbal and written communication

Job description

Overview

Prepare food of consistent quality and assist in kitchen functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per check from servers.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to over prepare estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per HEI Hotels and Resorts standards, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up. Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages. Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems, control food waste, loss and usage per HEI Hotels and Resorts standards.
• Operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron and flat top grill.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Finger/hand dexterity in order to operate food machinery with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move goods weighing a maximum of 100 lbs. on a continuous schedule with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Compensation

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No
Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Benefits

HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!

For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.

Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.

For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.

Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.