Cook II

Sonesta International Hotels; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a dedicated Cook II to join their dynamic team. In this entry-level role, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety in the kitchen. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your culinary skills in a supportive environment, with a focus on teamwork and quality service. If you are passionate about food and eager to contribute to a vibrant kitchen atmosphere, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account with Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacation and Sick Days

Sonesta Hotel Discounts

Educational Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

Various Employee Perks and Discounts

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills required.
• Some food preparation experience or training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook orders for daily operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Food Preparation

Communication Skills

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Food Service Permit

Job description

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Job Description Summary

To provide and maintain high quality standards and procedures in preparing and serving all food.

Job Description Summary

To provide and maintain high quality standards and procedures in preparing and serving all food.

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and cook orders for daily operations.
• Advise supervisor of low inventory items; assists in receiving items and taking inventory as required.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness standards in the kitchen area that meet or exceed the state and local Health Board inspection and Sonesta’s requirements.
• Maintain a clean, neat and well-organized work area, including but not limited to reach-ins, walk-ins and counters. Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• May assist by performing ware washer or other kitchen duties as needed.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include Sales and Marketing, Catering, Banquets, Outlets, Maintenance, and Guest Services. May occasionally interact directly with guests.
• May assist with other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Qualifications and Requirements:

Basic reading, writing and math skills. Some food preparation experience or training preferred.

This job requires ability to perform the following:

• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Standing up and moving about the kitchen
• Handling food, objects, products and utensils
• Bending, stooping, kneeling
  
  
  

Other:

• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with the other cooks, wait staff and supervisors.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when preparing meals from a recipe, when assisting in the scheduling of the kitchen staff, or when monitoring inventory.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math, percentages, quantities, and variances are used frequently.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
  
  
  

Work Area: Main Kitchen, F&B service areas.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
  
  
  

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitality

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