Cook III - Serafina San Juan

The Condado Collection; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employer Contribution to 401(k)

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

A hospitality collection in Puerto Rico seeks a culinary professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality food and service. Responsibilities include preparing and cooking menu items, ensuring food freshness and safety, and maintaining a positive team environment. Candidates should be bilingual in Spanish and English, possess technical culinary skills, and have the ability to work under pressure. This role offers benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Must be able to bend, squat, and stretch, stand for 2-3 hours at a time, lift weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to handle difficult situations effectively.
• Work well under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Technical culinary knowledge and knife skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays.
• Excellent communication in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Set up station properly and on time for each service period.
• Cook food and prepare top-quality menu items according to recipes.
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality.
• Season and cook food according to recipes.
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with team to maintain high standards and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Hospitality-oriented

Communication skills in Spanish and English

Technical culinary knowledge

Ability to handle difficult situations

Ability to work under pressure

Bilingual Spanish/English

Job description

The Condado Collection is a collection of hospitality properties in Puerto Rico ranging from classic and modern luxury full-service hotels, to fine dining and entertainment. Serafina San Juan is a global brand of 35 Italian restaurants, with a strong presence in New York City. Serafina has been giving a modern twist to Puerto Rico’s cuisine since 2015. We aim to create experiences and inspire journeys not only for our guests, but also our workforce. We are confident that our team members are the key in delivering passionate and authentic hospitality service. Let’s create a collection of memories together!

Responsibilities

• Set-up station properly and on time for each service period.
• Make sure all food is prepared by recipes designated by the supervisor.
• Make sure food quality and quantity is correct.
• Make sure food is sent to the correct area on time.
• Cook food and prepare top-quality menu items in a timely manner according to recipes/menu.
• Make sure production charts are closely followed and adhered to.
• After service turn off clean preparation areas, such as equipment, work surfaces, and serving areas, to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at the correct temperature by regulating the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes.
• Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage.
• Consult with supervisory staff to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such as costs and special event needs.
• Keep records and accounts.
• Understands the impact of kitchen operation on the overall property financial goals and objectives.
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe working conditions to the manager.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support the team to reach common goals.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Hospitality oriented.
• Must be able to bend, squat and stretch, stand for 2-3 hours at a time, lift weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Able to handle difficult situations effectively.
• Should work well under pressure, even with minimal supervision.
• Technical culinary knowledge.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Must possess good communication skills in Spanish and English.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employer Contribution to 401(k)
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays

The Condado Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.