Cook III

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Illinois; On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary upgrades

Discounted stays

Dining and wellness discounts

Job summary

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is looking for Culinary team members at Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park. This role involves providing excellent guest service, preparing food items according to hotel standards, and maintaining a clean environment.

Ideal candidates will have experience in high-volume restaurants and a passion for culinary excellence. Enjoy perks like discounted stays, wellness discounts, and more.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a high-volume restaurant required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and friendly guest service.
• Prepare and serve food according to hotel standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and equipment.
• Support kitchen policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Cooking techniques knowledge

Health, safety, and sanitation knowledge

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Attention to guest needs

Education

Diploma or certification in culinary discipline

Job description

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park is a luxury hotel in the heart of Chicago, offering 686 guestrooms with 83 renovated Fairmont Gold accommodations, 60,000 sq ft. of versatile meeting and event space, and several fine‑dining outlets including the signature restaurant Toro and the Lobby Bar.

Your Role: Cultivating Food & Beverage Excellence

Do you have an appetite for career progression and ready to take your culinary skills to a world‑class platform? Join our culinary team.

Your Responsibilities

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
• Prepare and service all food items for a là carte and/or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards
• Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in daily shift briefings
• Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
• Be aware of any shortages and communicate with the Chef before the item runs out
• Ensure that recipe cards, production schedules, plating guides, photographs are current and posted and followed
• Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day
• Review the day’s supplies and ensure that they are received and stored correctly
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Flexibility to work in all culinary areas within the hotel
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Follow hotel time and attendance policy
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a high‑volume restaurant required
• Diploma or certification in a culinary discipline an asset
• Strong interpersonal and problem‑solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Working knowledge of weights, measures and various cooking techniques
• Working knowledge of health, safety and sanitation procedures
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Physical Aspects of the Position

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

Compensation

$27.33 per hour

Visa Requirements

Successful candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Employee Benefits

Enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience.

Our Values

• Respect: We value the needs, ideas and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity.
• Excellence: We make genuine connections, and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special.
• Belonging: We celebrate our differences. We support each other and we always stand together.
• Empowerment: We have authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.
• Integrity: We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic.

Diversity & Inclusion

Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.