Cook III - The Crossing

The Cooper; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cooper in Charleston, SC is seeking a Cook III to prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner per guest orders, following recipes and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary kitchen. You will set up stations, operate equipment, rotate perishables, and assist in prep for the next shift.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–3 years of kitchen/hotel operations experience. Knife skills and ability to lift up to 70 pounds are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience in kitchen/hotel operations.
• Basic knife skills and knife maintenance knowledge.
• Ability to stand and lift up to 70 pounds; work under pressure and maintain safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner per guest orders following recipes and production standards.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Prepare consistent quality food and pastry items according to guest orders and standards.
• Complete place and set-up station for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner service.
• Operate, maintain, and clean kitchen equipment safely.
• Date and rotate perishables; manage stock and out-of-stock items.
• Return unused items to proper storage with date/covering.
• Assist in prep work for the next shift.

Skills

Knife skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1–3 years experience in kitchen/hotel operations

Job description

The primary role of a Cook III at The Cooper is to prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner per guest order, following production requirements and quality standards, while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Basic understanding of knife skills and knife maintenance. Learning the reason for all basic knife cuts
• Know all basic cooking techniques, such as Soups, Sauté, Grilling, Frying, Roasting, Braising, Poaching, and the treatment of vegetables, as well as cold food cooking techniques.
• Prepare consistent quality food and pastry items according to guest orders, following recipe cards and production, portion, and presentation standards.
• Complete place and set-up station for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner service.
• Effectively operate, maintain, and properly clean kitchen equipment, including but not limited to deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per policies, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check par’s for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull, and line setup; note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
• Return all food items not used to the designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Assist in prep work as required for the next shift.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in similar kitchen/hotel operations

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift equipment, supplies, etc. of at least 70 pounds.
• Must be able to continuously stand for up to 8 hours per shift.
• Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure.
• The role may require extended periods of time on your feet, especially during peak hotel hours or events.
• Clear vision is important for reading reports, analyzing data, and overseeing Concierge activities.
• Good hearing is necessary for effective communication with colleagues, guests, and stakeholders.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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BHC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and are not based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, uniformed service, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other factor or characteristic protected by applicable law. BHC participates in E-Verify.