Part-Time Line Cook - Carpenter Hotel

Hyatt Regency Dfw; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K with company match

Free room nights and staff discounts

Job summary

Carpenter Hotel in Austin, TX is seeking a Cook to excel in food preparation, plating, and maintaining high health and safety standards. The role requires strong communication, conflict resolution, and guest service to support a welcoming dining experience.

You will work in a busy kitchen, prepare items per orders, manage after-hours prep, and collaborate with team members to ensure consistent quality and timely service.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to resolve conflicts.
• Must be able to read and understand safety rules and procedures.
• Strong guest service orientation and teamwork support.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of foods according to orders and approved procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of work areas and equipment.
• Monitor food quality, portioning, and presentation for guests.
• Coordinate with supervisors and staff to plan menus and events.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and OSHA standards.

Skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Guest service

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

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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:

Opened in fall 2018, this South Austin hotel is one with its lush surroundings. Carpenter Hotel features a pool with a community deck and Q Hut pavilion. Each of its 93 rooms comes with a terrace. Take in the scenery with fare from our all-day Coffee Bar or enjoy a meal on the patio or in the dining rooms of our restaurant, Carpenters Hall.

The hotel is nestled in an old pecan grove on the edge of Zilker Park in South Austin. It’s an easy walk to Lady Bird Lake, downtown, and central to everything worth doing.

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

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match

Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates

Generous Paid Time Off

Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace

Discounts at various retailers –Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more!

Key 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 and job descriptions are subject to review and revision.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Two (2) years related experience in hospitality or service industry
• 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 sister property staff

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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