Cook - P/T

Hei Hotels Inc.; Village of Monticello (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation and Sick leave

Holiday pay

401(k) with matching

Job summary

HEI Hotels and Resorts is seeking a motivated kitchen helper to join our team in the Catskills. The role focuses on preparing food of consistent quality, assisting in daily kitchen functions, and supporting buffet and service areas.

The position requires dexterity with kitchen equipment, the ability to lift up to 100 lbs, and solid communication skills. Hotel experience is preferred, and the team emphasizes safety and adherence to brand standards.

Qualifications

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Finger/hand dexterity to operate food machinery.
• Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipes and standards.
• Start and portion items to meet demand without over-preparing.
• Rotate perishables and keep temps within standards.
• Check pars, plan prep, and set up line for service.
• Maintain buffet stock and maintain clean work areas.
• Return unused items to storage with proper date labeling.
• Assist in controlling food cost and reducing waste.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment safely.
• Be available to work regularly and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hotel experience

Food safety

Dexterity with equipment

Communications skills

Tools

Deep fryer

Broiler

Stove

Steamer

Food processor

Mixer

Slicer

Oven steam table

Tilt kettle

Waffle iron

Flat top grill

Job description

About Us Welcome to the Kartrite Resort & Waterpark, one of the countries most modern indoor waterparks. Located in the Catskills, this luxury lodge experience is the perfect adventure for families of all ages. We are looking for passionate, engaged team members to join us in creating an unforgettable experience for all of our guests.

Compensation Salary Range: $22.59 - $22.59 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

• Health insurance: Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs.
• Pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance.
• Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds.
• Discounts through 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs.

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.