COOK-Trumbull Marriott Shelton

IH Trumbull MGMT LLC; Nichols (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

IH Trumbull MGMT LLC is seeking a line cook to join the kitchen team at 180 Hawley Lane, Trumbull, CT. Prepare ingredients, portion and cook according to recipes, and ensure dishes meet quality and presentation standards for banquet and restaurant service.

This role requires stamina in a fast-paced, hot environment, standing for long periods, and strict adherence to safety and sanitation guidelines to protect guests and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Must follow standardized recipes and banquet event orders.
• Ensure food is cooked to correct temperatures and presented attractively.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation while adhering to safety standards.
• Monitor food levels and communicate needs to Chef or Supervisor.
• Assist with inventory management, including receiving and storing items.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth banquet service.
• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing food-related concerns promptly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing.
• Cook foods according to recipes and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation.
• Monitor temperatures of equipment and food.
• Assist with inventory and food storage.
• Provide professional service and collaborate with team.
• Follow kitchen policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Follow recipes

Food safety

Clean workstation

Inventory communication

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Customer service

Policy compliance

Job description

• Location 180 Hawley Lane,Trumbull, CT, 06611,United States
• Employee Type Non-Exempt - FT
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

Position Summary:

Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Set-up and break down workstation. Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles. Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment. Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.

Core Competencies

• Prepares food items according to standardized recipes and banquet event orders.
• Ensure all food is cooked to the correct temperature and presented attractively.
• Maintains a clean and organized workstation, adhering to food safety standards.
• Monitors food levels and communicates needs to the Chef or Supervisor.
• Assists with inventory management, including receiving and storing food items.
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient banquet service.
• Provides exceptional customer service by addressing any food-related concerns promptly and professionally.
• Follows all hotel policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hot environment.

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.