Cook PM

Hilton Dallas/Southlake Town Square; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated culinary professional to join their team at a prestigious property in Southlake. In this role, you will be responsible for food production and quality control, ensuring that every dish meets high standards of excellence. With a focus on broiler and sauté cooking techniques, you will work in a dynamic kitchen environment that values teamwork and creativity. Enjoy competitive benefits, including health insurance and employee discounts, while contributing to a vibrant guest experience in a renowned hotel setting. If you have a passion for culinary arts and a commitment to quality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 2 years of cooking experience preferred, especially in broiler cooking.
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily production lists and follow recipes accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and compliance with health regulations.
• Adhere to company policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Cooking Experience

Food Preparation

Sanitation Standards

Basic Math Skills

English Language Skills

Education

Food Handler Card

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Beverage Equipment

Job description

The Hilton Southlake Town Square is one of Hilton's most prestigious properties in North America, consistently ranked in the top 10% for guest service and overall cleanliness. Our Connie Award-winning hotel features 248 well-appointed guest rooms and over 28,000 square feet of meeting space, overlooking the vibrant Southlake Town Square.

We offer employee discounts at all Hilton Hotels and Resorts, an Employee of the Quarter Program, Quarterly Team Member Celebrations, Complimentary Meals, and a fun work environment!

Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining, setting up, food production, and quality control of all meat, fish, fowl, and other food items prepared on the front-line station.

Essential Job Functions

This description summarizes primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description may not include all duties or qualifications required now or in the future. The hotel operates 24/7, so shift times and hours may vary.

1. Prepare daily preparation lists for production.
2. Follow recipes accurately using math skills.
3. Prepare all broiled and sautéed food items according to standard recipes and guest checks, ensuring product consistency; involves transporting heavy food products.
4. Visually inspect, select, and use only high-standard food items in all menu preparations.
5. Check and control proper storage of products, monitor portion control, especially for specific cuts of meat, to maintain quality.
6. Keep refrigeration, equipment, and storage areas clean and compliant with health regulations.
7. Maintain logs for cooling, heating, and temperature controls.
8. Adhere to all company policies and safety procedures.
9. Follow safety and security protocols, know fire prevention and emergency procedures.
10. Use protective equipment and report unsafe conditions, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
11. Create a safe work environment by following safety rules.
12. Maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance as per the team member handbook.
13. Perform any other duties as assigned by management.
14. Assist other kitchen staff as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Hold a current Food Handler Card.
• Preferably have 2 years of cooking experience, especially broiler cooking.
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation, service standards, guest relations, and etiquette.
• Good knowledge of broiler and sauté cooking techniques.
• Understanding of sanitation standards.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Basic math skills for recipes and portioning.
• Basic English language skills for communication and understanding instructions.
• Ability to understand and follow product labeling instructions for safety.
• Ability to operate beverage equipment like coffee makers.

Physical Demands

• Lift or move goods weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Manual dexterity for using kitchen tools and equipment.
• Work in extreme temperatures and confined spaces.
• Perform frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing, and smiling.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental, health, vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Room and employee food and beverage discounts

EEO: Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Source: Driftwood Hospitality