Culinary Cafe Cook

THE UMSTEAD HOTEL & SPA; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary, NC is seeking a Café Cook to lead by example in all aspects of café production and service under the direction of the Executive Chef and Kitchen leadership.

With at least 2 years of upscale hotel or restaurant experience, you will maintain sanitation, organize the workflow, and collaborate with culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences. This full-time role requires flexibility for AM/PM shifts and a proactive, team-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years preferably in an upscale hotel, restaurant and/or country club.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example through hands-on involvement of all aspects of café production and service.
• Maintain a clean, organized and efficient workplace as set by Executive Chef and Kitchen Leadership.
• Report to Chef De Cuisine, Banquet Chef and/or Chef Tournant.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Job description

Job Details

Location: NC The Umstead Hotel and Spa - Cary, NC 27513, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $20.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Flex AM/PM.

Job Description

The Café Cook is required to lead by example through hands‑on involvement of all aspects of Caféproduction and service. The café Cook must always represent the Executive Chef’s core values on Quality, Sanitation and fair treatment of all associates. The CaféCook is responsible for maintaining the clean, organized and efficient workplace that has been implemented by the Executive Chef and Chef De Cuisine. The café cook will report directly to the Chef De Cuisine, Banquet Chef and/or Chef Tournant

Job Requirements

Maintain professional relations with associates, treating them with respect and holding accountable, in line with the Kitchen and Hotel standards.

Leadership

• Demonstrate open communication between kitchen and front of house.
• Demonstrate open communication between the café team and the rest of the culinary team.
• Instill a calm, organized approach in all situations or conflicts.
• Display excellent communication and organizational skills.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift a minimum of 50lbs over the course of a shift
• Able to stand/ walk for an extended period over the course of a shift

SECURITY, HEALTH AND SAFETY

• The Cafe Cook is required to uphold all safety and security measures for both the guest and associates.
• Protect the assets of the hotel at all times.

Additional Information for Success

• Important to be well versed in all aspects of the Cafe: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner, butchering, Receiving of products, and overall sanitation.
• Important to work shifts when hotel activity is highest.
• Important to understand clearly how the customer perceives the hotel’s food and service.
• Important to understand the need to build a strong team of culinary professionals.

Experience

Must have at least 2 years preferably in an upscale hotel, restaurant and/or country club.

Qualifications: Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand for at least 8 hours, with frequent bending and squatting.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds regularly throughout shift.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance