Kitchen Aide

Hyatt Place West Palm Beach; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 1,791,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Job summary

Kolter Hospitality is seeking a Kitchen Aide for our West Palm Beach property to prepare quality food safely and efficiently, following proper food handling techniques and recipes.

This entry level role requires standing up to 8 hours, weekend and holiday flexibility, a clean uniform, and cooperation with sanitation checks. Kolter conducts pre-employment drug tests and background checks; Kolter is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Standing/walking for up to 8 hours
• No prior experience required

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items efficiently and to standard
• Follow recipes to control production and ensure freshness
• Maintain proper food handling techniques and temperature control
• Break down and store leftovers per procedures
• Keep a clean, organized kitchen and follow sanitation checklists
• Assist with prep work and inventory as needed
• FIFO when putting away stock
• Report equipment or items needing repair

Job description

Overview: A Kolter Hospitality Kitchen Aide uses innovation and delivers service excellence to our guests. This position is responsible for preparing quality food in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with proper food handling techniques._____________________________________________________________________________________Performance Expectations:Prepare all food items in an efficient and timely manner adhering to proper food handling techniques and or standards.Follow recipes to control production and maintain consistency and freshness.Ensure efficient flow of food dishes with an emphasis on portion control, quality, presentation, and temperature control.Break down and store all leftovers, in accordance with established procedures.Maintain a clean and organized environment following daily sanitation checklists, and practice “clean as you go” procedures.Maintain all perishables at the proper temperature.Assist in prep work as required for the next shift.Assist with inventory and production charts.Put away stock when necessary, using FIFO (first in, first out).Report any equipment or items in need of repair.Follow all safety procedures while working.Behavioral Expectations:Be effective and innovative in handling and solving problems in the workplace.Maintain a positive and helpful demeanor in a fast-paced environment.Committed to the success and growth of the company.Act honorably, even when no one is watching.Eagerness to grow and/or develop within the company.Passionately provide personalized guest serviceGeneral Requirements:Flexibility to work most weekends and holidays.Report to work on time and in proper uniform.Experience: None.Education: NonePhysical Requirements:Ability to stand/walk for up to 8 hours.Occasional lifting, pushing, and pulling.Kolter Hospitality is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. Kolter Hospitality is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required.