Cook II

AECOM; Puerto Rico; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality industry seeks a culinary team member to join their kitchen staff. The role involves food preparation, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and ensuring high food quality. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant experience, and be ready to contribute to a positive work environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Discounts

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of related work experience.
• No supervisory experience required.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to recipes and safety standards.
• Wash and disinfect kitchen area and tools.
• Ensure food quality and proper portion serving.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking skills

Team work

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Job description

**Additional Information** $14.74 p/h, medical insurance, retirement plan, discounts & more

**Job Number** 25092605

**Job Category** Food and Beverage & Culinary

**Location** Sheraton Puerto Rico Resort & Casino, 200 Convention Boulevard, San Juan, Puerto Rico, United States, 00907VIEW ON MAP (https://www.google.com/maps?q=Sheraton%20Puerto%20Rico%20Resort%20%26%20...)

**Schedule** Full Time

**Located Remotely?** N

**Position Type** Non-Management

**POSITION SUMMARY**

Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Set-up and break down work station. Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles. Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment. Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.

Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.

License or Certification: None

_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._

When you join the Sheraton family, you become a member of its global community. We’ve been a place to gather and connect since 1937. At Sheraton, associates create a sense of belonging in more than 400 communities around the world. We invite, we welcome, and we connect guests through engaging experiences and thoughtful service. If you’re a team player who is excited to deliver a meaningful guest experience, we encourage you to explore your next career opportunity with Sheraton. Join us on our mission to be ‘The World’s Gathering Place’. In joining Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global team, and **become** the best version of you.