Cook I Garde Manger

Loews Hotels & Co; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

401K matching

Travel benefits

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Job summary

A renowned hospitality company in Miami Beach is seeking an experienced Cook I Garde Manger. The role involves overseeing the preparation of cold food items, supervising staff, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma, culinary training, and at least three years of cooking experience in a high-volume setting. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a prestigious team that values employee growth and community engagement. The company promotes diversity and sustainability in its operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years cooking experience in upscale environments.
• Culinary training/certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of cold food items.
• Inspect and rotate food products.
• Ensure adherence to recipe standards.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food Service Sanitation Standards

Use of kitchen equipment

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary training/certification

Tools

Knives

Slicers

Food mixers

Job description

Cook I Garde Manger page is loaded## Cook I Garde Mangerlocations: FL - Miami Beach - Loews Miami Beach Hoteltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0083327A beloved hotel with an enviable oceanfront location is now even better, following a $50 million renovation. Our newly redesigned Loews Miami Beach Hotel includes all-new touchpoints throughout the property. Welcome to a South Beach Icon, Reimagined.**Job Specific*** Oversees preparation and production of all cold food items, supervises Pantry/Prep personnel* Supervises/set up and organization of work area with all necessary supplies and equipment* Oversees/Receives, inspects, rotates all food products to ensure that only fresh, high quality ingredients are used* Supervises/preparation and storage of raw food products prior to final assembly of cold food items* Ensures that all standardized recipes are followed in the preparation and assembly of cold menu items* Assists Panty/Preparation personnel with completion of all duties as needed* Monitors plating of cold foods to ensure adherence to established plating/presentation guidelines* Uses knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders and all other equipment in a safe manner according to the manufactures recommendations* Notifies Supervisor of an equipment malfunction or safety hazards immediately* Returns utensils to pot wash area, informs Steward of any HOT items* Cleans and breaks down work area, returns all ingredients to proper storage at end of shift* Ensures that all closing side work is complete, cooking equipment is turned off and kitchen is secure at end of shifts* Other duties as assigned**General*** Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times* Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or areas of concern* Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow team members* Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards* Complies with required safety regulations and procedures* Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions* Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area* Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules* Recycles whenever possible* Remains current with hotel information and changes* Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards**Qualifications*** High School Diploma, or equivalent* Three + years cooking experience in upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or post secondary culinary training/certification as "Cook" from a recognized culinary training school and two year hands on experience* Thorough knowledge and understanding of Food Service Sanitation Standards* Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use* Ability to stand, stoop, bend; lift and carry up to 50 pounds* Ability to read, write and speak English* Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidaysHeadquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels & Co is rooted in deep heritage in the hotel industry and excellence in service. As one of the only independently owned family hotel companies, we know that hospitality comes from the heart.Loews Hotels & Co owns and operates hotels and resorts across the U.S. and Canada. Located in major city centers and resort destinations, including multiple hotels in partnership with Universal Orlando Resort, Loews Hotels & Co features properties grounded in family heritage and dedicated to delivering unscripted guest moments, all with a locally handcrafted approach. We pride ourselves on the individuality and uniqueness of our offering.Joining Loews Hotels & Co means not just gaining a job, it means becoming a part of a family. A family where Team Member growth and empowerment are part of our DNA and have been for decades. We offer progressive benefits including paid parental leave, 401K matching and travel benefits, and opportunities for ongoing learning and development. But beyond that, as a member of the Loews Hotels family, you are part of a culture of diversity and inclusion, one that works hard to protect our environment with eco-friendly and sustainability programs, and one that is always a good neighbor to their communities, supporting them in ways large and small. We welcome you to join us.Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.