Hotel Cook: Craft Memorable Guest Cuisine & Service

Ascent Hospitality; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary!

Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision,Life

401k with employer MATCH!

Paid PTO!

Uniforms Provided for most positions!

Team Member Hotel Discount Program!

Job summary

Ascent Hospitality in Meridian, MS is seeking a uniquely qualified hospitality leader to be our Cook! Join a team that values fast, friendly professional service and adherence to health and safety standards, while delivering a memorable guest experience across our hotels and restaurant operations.

You will prepare food to standard, manage portions to minimize waste, supervise kitchen sanitation, and coordinate with management on catering and events.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year or more culinary experience in a hotel or restaurant preferred.
• Must obtain Food Handler’s Certificate within 30 days of hire.
• Must obtain ServSafe certification within 30 days.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong focus on customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Provide fast, friendly professional and responsive customer service to hotel and restaurant guest and staff.
• Prepare food in accordance with productivity, health and safety standards, cost controls and forecast.
• Ensure recipes are properly prepared per standard while maintaining portion control and minimizing waste.
• Oversee and enforce food specifications, portion control, recipes and sanitation.
• Adhere to all applicable brand standards regarding Food and Beverage service.
• Enforce safety procedures and cleanliness standards throughout kitchen.
• Maintain cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen and equipment.
• Set up and organize catering functions according to plan.
• Interact with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
• Maintain knowledge of all menu items and composition.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen.
• Assist with the set-up of the kitchen line.
• Assist with restocking of supplies as needed.
• Communicate effectively with Management and other Team Members.
• Perform other duties and special projects assigned.

Skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Food Handler’s Certificate

ServSafe certification

Job description

Ascent Hospitality in Meridian, MS is seeking a uniquely qualified hospitality leader to be our Cook! Join a team that values fast, friendly professional service and adherence to health and safety standards, while delivering a memorable guest experience across our hotels and restaurant operations.

You will prepare food to standard, manage portions to minimize waste, supervise kitchen sanitation, and coordinate with management on catering and events.