Line Cook - Hypsi

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with company match

Complimentary & Discounted Nights

Free parking

Headspace wellness

Retail discounts

Job summary

Hypsi and Bar Daphne, the signature offerings at the new Hotel Daphne, is located in the heart of Houston Heights. We’re building a passionate, hospitality-driven team to bring it to life.

Italian-inspired with a Houston spirit, Hypsi served breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The menu spotlights a robust pasta program and elegant yet approachable entrées.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to resolve conflicts.
• Team-oriented attitude with strong work ethic.
• Strong knife skills or willingness to learn and improve.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of foods according to orders and procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.
• Assist with stocking and storage of supplies.
• Monitor food safety and sanitation practices.
• Follow policies and procedures to ensure high-quality service.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Knife skills

Food safety

Stamina

Job description

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\"When you work in Hawaii, in addition to learning about the functional aspects of running a hotel — like the proper way to make a bed or how to best handle luggage — it’s critically important to understand Hawaiian culture and the spirit of ‘ohana, or ‘family.’ When opening the first Andaz property in Hawaii, our team participated in Hawaiian culture training to help us understand what ‘ohana truly means. \"

HYPSI seeks a passionate Line Cook to join the team. You will be part of a team that takes pride in celebrating creativity and delivering exceptional guest experiences. 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:

Hypsi and Bar Daphne, the signature offerings at the new Hotel Daphne, is located in the heart of Houston Heights. We’re building a passionate, hospitality-driven team to bring it to life.

Italian-inspired with a Houston spirit, Hypsi served breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The menu spotlights a robust pasta program and elegant yet approachable entrées. A signature roaming mozzarella cart will serve hand-pulled cheeses with curated add-ons like pickled vegetables, aged vinegars, and cold-pressed olive oil. Bar Daphne is a cocktail bar open nightly that pulls inspiration from the art collection hanging on our walls with creative cocktails with beautiful garnishes, as well as finger food.

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

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

The Role:

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.

Job 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 andjobdescriptions are subject to review and revision.

Qualifications

• One (1) to three (3) years related experience in hospitality or service industry
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong knife skills or willingness to learn
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• 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 staff
• Team-oriented attitude and strong work ethic
• Full availability for a flexible schedule, with preferred flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Working Conditions:

Work is typically performed in a food & beverage environment.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.The work involves sitting, bending, stooping, twisting, climbing and some lifting up to 50 lbs.

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.

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