Full-Time Cook - Carpenter Hotel

Bunkhouse; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with company match

Free room nights

Paid Time Off

Headspace wellbeing

Staff discounts

Job summary

Carpenter Hotel in Austin, TX is seeking a Cook to exceed guest expectations across food preparation, cooking and inventory duties. You will maintain Health Department standards and support the hotel's dining operations.

The role requires excellent communication, conflict-resolution skills, and commitment to upholding our culture and guest relations. Experience in hospitality is preferred, with opportunities to contribute to a collaborative staff environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to resolve conflict.
• Develop and maintain company culture, values and public reputation.
• Two years related experience in hospitality or service industry (implied by role)

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures
• Prep food items for after-hours distribution
• Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage
• Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure safe, sanitary handling practices
• Observe and test foods to determine if they are cooked sufficiently
• Portion, arrange, garnish and serve food to waiters or patrons
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
• Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies
• Consult with supervisory staff to plan menus considering costs and event needs
• Maintain positive relationships with employees and guests
• Ensure open communication with all departments and upper management
• Maintain high level of cleanliness and safety in the work area
• Ensure equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition
• Attend relevant meetings
• Adhere to standards of operations, policies, and training materials

Skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Opportunity

A Cook will exceed the expectations of all Bunkhouse guests in a multitude of tasks that include, but are not limited to food preparation duties, cooking and seasoning all menu items, ordering kitchen supplies and maintaining Health Department Standards within your work area.

Organization- Carpenter Hotel

Summary

The Opportunity

A Cook will exceed the expectations of all Bunkhouse guests in a multitude of tasks that include, but are not limited to food preparation duties, cooking and seasoning all menu items, ordering kitchen supplies and maintaining Health Department Standards within your work area.

The person in this position must have excellent communication skills, the ability to resolve conflict, and a thorough understanding of Bunkhouse policies. A Cook must develop and maintain the company’s culture, values and reputation in the public eye and with all staff, guests, vendors and partners.

Who We Are

Opened in fall 2018, this South Austin hotel is one with its lush surroundings. Carpenter Hotel features a pool with a community deck and Q Hut pavilion. Each of its 93 rooms comes with a terrace. Take in the scenery with fare from our all-day Coffee Bar or enjoy a meal on the patio or in the dining rooms of our restaurant, Carpenters Hall.

The hotel is nestled in an old pecan grove on the edge of Zilker Park in South Austin. It’s an easy walk to Lady Bird Lake, downtown, and central to everything worth doing.

We’re Proud to Offer Exceptional Benefits, which Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match
• Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace
• Discounts at various retailers –Apple , AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more!

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of foods, according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures
• Prep food items for after-hours distribution
• Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage
• Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to waiters or patrons
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
• Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage
• Consult with supervisory staff to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such as costs and special event needs
• Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests
• Always ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all business needs are met
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety in the work area
• Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition
• Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the property
• Keep abreast of safety and emergency procedures and OSHA requirements
• Attend relevant meetings
• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos and verbal instruction

Based upon fluctuating demands of the operation and to exceed customer expectations, it may be necessary to perform a multitude of different functions not specifically related to this position. This person may be expected to perform other tasks and duties as needed or as directed. Furthermore, employee responsibilities and job descriptions are subject to review and revision.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Two (2) years related experience in hospitality or service industry
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) of the workplace
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of co-workers and sister property staff

We welcome you

Research shows that individuals tend to apply to jobs only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.