Cook III- On Call

loewshotels; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Employee meals

Job summary

Loews Coral Gables Hotel is hiring a Cook to support high-quality kitchen operations for 242 guestrooms and multiple dining outlets. You will prepare and plate dishes, maintain quality standards, and ensure timely service in a fast-paced, upscale hotel environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma with 1 year of cooking experience, knowledge of food sanitation, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays. Training and safety are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One year cooking experience in upscale, high-volume hotel or freestanding restaurant.
• Thorough knowledge of Food Service Sanitation Standards.
• Thorough knowledge of standard kitchen equipment and their use.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend; lift up to 35 pounds; flexible schedule including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and organizes work area with necessary supplies and equipment.
• Receives and inspects food products to ensure freshness and quality.
• Prepares and stores raw food products properly.
• Follows standardized recipes and plating guidelines.
• Monitors service to ensure timely delivery and notifies supervisor of delays.
• Maintains sanitation and safety standards throughout shift.

Skills

English proficiency

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Post secondary culinary training/certification as Cook

Tools

Standard kitchen equipment

Job description

Loews Coral Gables Hotel offers careers at a AAA Four-Diamond property in the heart of The Plaza Coral Gables. Team members support 242 guestrooms, four dining outlets, a spa, fitness center, rooftop pool, and 30,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor event space near Miracle Mile.

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.

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.

What We Offer

• Competitive health & wellness benefits, 401(k) & company match
• Paid Sick Days, Vacation, and Holidays, Paid Bereavement, Paid Pet Bereavement
• Training & Development opportunities, career growth
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks and more
• Subsidized Parking Rates
• Complimentary meals in Team Member Café while working
• 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 foods according to established plating/presentation guidelines
• Monitors finished product waiting 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 any equipment malfunction or safety hazard immediately
• Provides Steward with timely notification of need for clean dishes, pots, pans etc.
• Returns 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
• One year cooking experience in upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or Post Secondary culinary training/certification as "Cook" from a recognized culinary training school
• 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 35 pounds
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays