Cook III

Liberty Hotel; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation and holidays

Pet insurance

401(k) with company match

Hotel room discounts

DailyPay access

Job summary

The Liberty Hotel in Boston is seeking dedicated kitchen staff to prepare high-quality meals and assist in all kitchen operations. You will start items prepared ahead of time, rotate perishables, and ensure proper temperatures are maintained.

This role requires dexterity, physical ability to lift up to 100 lbs, and strong communication skills. Hotel experience is preferred; you will support cost-control measures, maintain buffet stock, and operate a range of kitchen equipment.

Qualifications

• Hotel kitchen experience is preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with accuracy.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to adapt communication style to various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipes and production standards.
• Start items prepared ahead of time, ensuring not to over-prepare.
• Date and rotate perishables; maintain proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use; determine prep, freezer pull and line setup.
• Note out-of-stock items or shortages and assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Return unused items to designated storage with proper dating.
• Assist in cost-control efforts to reduce waste and manage usage.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, and mixers.
• Be reliable and available to work regularly; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hotel experience

Dexterity

Lift up to 100 lbs

Verbal communication

Written communication

Adaptable communication

Tools

Deep fryer

Broiler

Stove

Steamer

Food processor

Mixer

Slicer

Oven

Flat top grill

Job description

About Us The Liberty Hotel, a Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel, is rich with history and full of ornate architecture. A full-service property that is committed to turning moments into memories for our guests. We strive to offer competitive wages and benefits in comparison with other hotels in Boston. We foster an incredible service culture with our associates. We truly believe that by taking great care of our associates, in return, associates will take great care of our guests. We empower our associates to achieve their fullest potential, to learn and grow with us in an environment that values internal promotion and other growth opportunities. We are pleased to offer discounted commuter passes, incentive programs, pet insurance, Marriott room discounts for friends and family and many more. We are seeking self-motivated, people-oriented individuals who value guest services. We cherish people who are genuinely passionate about the true definition of hospitality.

We value U.S. military experience.

Compensation

Salary Range: $30.39 - $30.39 Hourly. Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No. Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No.

Overview

Prepare food of consistent quality and assist in kitchen functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per check from servers.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to over prepare estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per HEI Hotels and Resorts standards, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up.
• Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
• Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems, control food waste, loss and usage per HEI Hotels and Resorts standards.
• Operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron and flat top grill.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Finger/hand dexterity in order to operate food machinery with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move goods weighing a maximum of 100 lbs. on a continuous schedule with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!

• For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.
• HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future.
• Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Applicants in Massachusetts: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Recognizing that our success starts and ends with our associates under our pioneering culture of HEI Loves, we invest in and develop the most passionate and talented people in our industry. We show our “love” to our associates by providing market-leading compensation packages, generous PTO and flex-time initiatives, outstanding career development and advancement opportunities, and job-appropriate assets and resources. We’re always looking for associates who share our passion for hospitality. With a variety of world-class brands in our portfolio, hotel locations throughout the United States, and an unparalleled suite of tools, technology, and training, we’re able to provide our associates with a truly unique opportunity to grow and build their future.

We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.