Cook I

The Pfister Hotel; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality organization is seeking a Cook I to join their team in Madison, WI. The ideal candidate will have basic kitchen experience, knife skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Responsibilities include preparing food, maintaining kitchen organization, and following recipes. Full-time associates will enjoy various benefits, including insurance and discounts.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401K plan

Paid vacation

Free on-site employee parking

Free meals during shifts

Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Little to some experience in a kitchen environment required.
• Ability to work under pressure and willingness to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food quickly while following recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of coolers.
• Inventory perishable foods and notify managers of expiring products.

Skills

Basic knife skills

Organizational skills

Ability to read and follow recipes

Proficiency in English

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

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Job Requirements

The Hilton Madison Monona Terrace hotel is in search of a Line Cook to join our team! We are looking for a candidate with little to some experience in a kitchen environment. Basic knife skills, understanding of sanitation, organizational skills, and the ability to read and follow recipes are required.

Essential Functions

1. Set up equipment and supplies prior to service.
2. Read food orders and prepare food quickly while following recipes.
3. Prepare food for employee meals.
4. Inventory perishable foods and notify managers of expiring products.
5. Prepare banquet foods as requested.
6. Maintain cleanliness and organization of coolers, and store food properly with labeling and rotation.
7. Maintain food service standards before, during, and after service.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Follow instructions of the chef and read orders from the POS system.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment, food items, and all kitchen stations.
• Understand the importance of controlling food waste.
• Proficiency in English.
• Ability to work under pressure and willingness to work nights and weekends.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time associates after initial period.
• 401K plan after 90 days.
• Paid vacation for eligible employees.
• Free on-site employee parking and meals during shifts.
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Hilton worldwide locations.
• Free/discounted movie tickets at Marcus Theater locations.
• Training and development opportunities with potential for transfer and promotion.

We are an equal opportunity employer and maintain a drug-free workplace. This organization uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the US.

Application Instructions

Apply online at: ipc.us/t/CCB282798A4B4931

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Hospitality