Courtyard Worcester - Cook Prep

Aimbridge Hospitality; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality seeks a Cook responsible for food preparation across various services, ensuring cleanliness and safety in the kitchen. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and Food Handlers Certification, with a strong customer service focus and ability to handle pressure. This full-time position offers a competitive benefits package after the waiting period.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

401k Retirement Plan

Daily Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Food Handlers Certification must comply with State requirements.
• Ability to evaluate and select alternative courses of action.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items based on standardized recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen.
• Interact with guests in a friendly, service-oriented manner.

Skills

Communication

Stress Management

Customer Service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Food Handlers Certification

Job description

A Cook is responsible for preparing all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Cafe, Room Service, Employee Cafeteria, and Banquets, while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product. He / she is also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen and work areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost / production ratio. The Prep Cook also is responsible for preparing cold foods and shellfish, slicing meat, and brewing coffee or tea.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• High School diploma or equivalent and / or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• Food Handlers Certification (must comply with State requirements)
• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Must work well in stressful, high pressure situations.
• Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Approach all encounters with guests and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards).
• Comply at all times with Aimbridge Hospitality standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
• Comply with certification requirements as applicable to position to include Food Handlers, Safety, etc.
• Maintain a friendly and warm demeanor at all times.
• Have thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required according to hotel standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas.
• Prepare and display buffet food items according to Aimbridge Hospitality standards.
• Prepare food for Banquets, as required, following specifications of Banquet Event Orders.
• Prepare and service food for Associate Cafeteria as specified by the Food Production Manager.
• Prepare all foods following Aimbridge Hospitality standard recipes. Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the Food Production Manager or Assistant Food Production Manager.
• Breakdown buffets and kitchen line, storing food and equipment properly at the end of each meal period.
• Work banquet food station as scheduled by Food Production Manager.
• Know the location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment.
• Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible injury to self or other associates.
• Be familiar with all hotel policies and house rules.
• Be familiar with hotel's emergency procedures.
• Use Production Charts as specified by Aimbridge Hospitality standards.
• Associates must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to guests, managers and other associates.
• Be able to operate and maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment.
• Maintain the 'Clean As You Go' policy.
• Assist in storage and rotation of food items according to hotel procedures.
• Sign keys out and back in under supervision as needed.
• Attend meetings as required by management.
• Perform any other duties as requested by management.
• Ensures food is stored in specific containers and storage areas in order to prevent spoilage
• Interact and occasionally have unsupervised contact with guests and / or colleagues
• Access and control to sensitive areas in the hotel premises, including the Storage / Liquor Room
• Maintain a high level of trust and responsibility
• Represent the company with certain level of reputation and good character as well as exercise sound judgement

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following :

• Now offering Daily Pay ! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

PROPERTY INFORMATION :

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