Cook II (On Call)

Loews Hotels, LLC.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) & company match

Training & development

Tuition reimbursement

Employee meal program

Discounted parking

Job summary

Loews Hotels & Co in St. Louis (Live! by Loews) seeks a Cook to join the kitchen team supporting guests and events at Ballpark Village. You will prepare and plate menu items, follow recipes, and help maintain quality and cleanliness in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have culinary training and a willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. This role offers growth opportunities within a premier hospitality brand in a landmark venue.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary training/certification as Cook from a recognized program.
• Knowledge of Food Service Sanitation standards.
• Ability to stand, lift up to 50 lbs and work flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Set up and organize work area with supplies and equipment.
• Receive, inspect, and store food products to ensure freshness.
• Follow standardized recipes and portion controls.
• Plate and present dishes according to guidelines and timelines.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safe operation of equipment.
• Adapt to high-volume service and communicate with team and supervisors.

Skills

Teamwork

English literacy

Food sanitation

Stamina

Education

High school diploma

Culinary training/certification

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Live! by Loews - St. Louis offers careers at Ballpark Village in a hotel connected to sports and entertainment energy. Team members support 216 guestrooms, 17,000 square feet of event space, multiple dining venues and memorable guest experiences with stadium-area views.

Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

Who We Are

Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.

Growth and belonging start here

you'll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role-from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT-offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.

What We Offer

• Competitive health & wellness benefits, 401(k) & company match
• Paid Sick Days, Vacation, Holidays & Paid Bereavement
• Training & Development opportunities, career growth
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance & Pet Bereavement
• Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks & more
• Discounted Parking including game days & special events
• Complimentary meals in Team Member Cafe while working
• Discounted perks for Ballpark Village and St. Louis Cardinals Store
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Benefits are subject to eligibility and may vary by position

Job Specific

• Sets up and organizes work area with all necessary supplies and equipment
• Receives, inspects, rotates all food products to ensure fresh, high quality ingredients are used
• Prepares and stores raw food products properly
• Follows standardized recipes in the preparation and cooking of menu items
• Adheres to established portion control guidelines, minimizes waste
• Plates cold foods according to established plating/presentation guidelines
• Monitors finished product to ensure food is served promptly, notifies supervisor of any delays in service
• Ensures that a quality product is prepared and served in a timely manner
• Follows all Governmental Food Sanitation Standards at all times
• Monitors refrigeration and holding temperatures, cleans and sanitizes work surfaces, washes hands frequently
• Uses knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders and all other equipment in a safe manner according to the manufactures recommendations
• Notifies Supervisor of and equipment malfunction or safety hazard immediately
• Provides Steward with timely notification of need for clean dishes, pots, pans etc.
• Returns cooking utensils to pot wash area, informs Steward of any HOT items
• Cleans and breaks down work area, returns all unused 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 shift
• 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 employees
• 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 its equivalent
• Post Secondary culinary training/certification as "Cook" from a recognized culinary training school +One year experience cooking in an upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or equivalent
• 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 holidays