Garde Manger Cook: Cold Prep, Plating Expert

Loews Hotels & Co; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Loews Miami Beach Hotel is seeking a seasoned cook to oversee the prep and production of cold foods in a high-volume, upscale setting. You will supervise Pantry/Prep staff, organize the workstation, and ensure freshness and presentation align with standards.

The role requires strong knowledge of food safety, proper equipment use, and the ability to work weekends and holidays. English proficiency and physical stamina are essential, with responsibilities extending to closing side work and kitchen

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years cooking in upscale, high-volume setting; culinary training/certification is a plus.
• Sanitation standards knowledge is required.
• Knowledge of standard kitchen equipment and its use.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend; lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversees preparation and production of all cold food items, supervises Pantry/Prep personnel.
• Supervises/setup and organization of work area with supplies and equipment.
• Ensures standardized recipes are followed in cold menu item preparation.
• Assists Pantry/Preparation personnel as needed.
• Monitors plating for adherence to presentation guidelines.
• Operates knives, slicers, mixers and other equipment safely.
• Notifies Supervisor of equipment malfunctions or hazards.
• Cleans and returns area and ingredients to storage; completes closing side work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Kitchen equipment knowledge

English reading/writing

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary training/certification

Job description

Loews Miami Beach Hotel is seeking a seasoned cook to oversee the prep and production of cold foods in a high-volume, upscale setting. You will supervise Pantry/Prep staff, organize the workstation, and ensure freshness and presentation align with standards.

The role requires strong knowledge of food safety, proper equipment use, and the ability to work weekends and holidays. English proficiency and physical stamina are essential, with responsibilities extending to closing side work and kitchen