Lead Cook - Banquets

The Fairmont Hotel; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in luxury hospitality is seeking a Lead Cook to join their dynamic culinary team. This role is pivotal in ensuring exceptional dining experiences through meticulous food preparation and service. As a Lead Cook, you will work in a vibrant kitchen environment, collaborating with passionate professionals dedicated to excellence. With opportunities for growth, including aspiring to become an Executive Chef, this position offers a chance to thrive in a supportive team that values diversity and inclusion. Join a company that believes in nurturing talent and creating memorable experiences for guests.

Qualifications

• Must aspire to be an Executive Chef.
• Previous experience in a high volume restaurant required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and service all food items for a la carte and buffet menus.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of work areas and equipment.
• Follow safety and sanitation policies when handling food.

Skills

Food Preparation

Guest Service

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

Diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

Company Description

Picture a shimmering oasis overlooking the Sonoran Desert and the McDowell mountains - Fairmont Scottsdale Princess offers luxury and world class hospitality with over 300,000 square feet of meeting space. This award-winning meetings resort has 750 guest rooms, five award-winning restaurants, six sparkling heated pools, and a luxurious Well & Being Spa. The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess was recently recognized with the AAA Five Diamond rating for over 30 years, making it one of the longest running AAA Five Diamond Resorts in the America's. The only thing missing is you!

Job Description

Every memorable dining experience at Fairmont Hotels and Resorts begins behind the scenes with our Culinary team's commitment to safe, efficient operations and exceptional cuisine. As a Lead Cook, the care you devote to all aspects of food preparation will result in the creation of truly spectacular fare.

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues
• Prepare and service all food items for a la carte and or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards
• Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in daily shift briefings
• Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage
• Ensure storeroom requisitions are accurate
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Adhere to Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Grooming Guidelines.
• Previous experience in a high volume restaurant required
• Must aspire to be an Executive Chef
• Diploma / Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:

A team of Heartists that are committed to working together, supporting each other, and providing the best guest experience, Feel Valued, Feel Sparked, We Are One

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent

Why work for Accor?

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