Prep Cook

The Hilton President Kansas City; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking hospitality team as a Prep Cook, where you can express your creativity in the kitchen while ensuring quality food preparation. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment that values work/life balance. You'll be responsible for preparing ingredients, maintaining food safety standards, and assisting with deliveries. Enjoy competitive pay, travel benefits, and a comprehensive benefits package, all while contributing to a welcoming atmosphere for guests. If you have a passion for food and hospitality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Travel benefits at Hilton properties

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits package

401k program with company match

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in hospitality food preparation preferred.
• Ability to obtain a Kansas City Food Handler permit required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for recipes including washing, chopping, and slicing.
• Maintain food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards.

Skills

Food Preparation

Food Safety Standards

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Kansas City Food Handler Permit

Job description

We believe hospitality makes the world a better place.

We are ambassadors – building connections between our guests and our community. We create a home away from home – enabling our guests to relax, recharge and focus on what they do best. We are proud to be locally owned and operated by Jury Hotel Group.

We are currently seeking a
Prep Cook

If you are looking for work/life balance and an opportunity to be creative in the kitchen, this position may be just for you!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (other duties may be assigned)

• Prepare ingredients for recipes, including washing, chopping, slicing, and measurements.
• Prepare food items and displays according to designated recipes, portion control guidelines, and quality standards.
• Assist in receiving and storing deliveries properly.
• Label and date all prepared items accurately.
• Maintaining food safety, cleanliness and sanitation standards. .
• Perform all other related duties as assigned by the Executive Chef or kitchen supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Three or more years of experience in hospitality food preparation is preferred.
• Ability to obtain a Kansas City Food Handler permit is required.

ABILITIES

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays to meet business needs.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of menu and all food products.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to make continuous and repetitive arm-hand movements (i.e. slicing or chopping food).
• Ability to bend or stoop repeatedly during the shift (i.e. removing items from stoves, ovens and refrigerators).
• Ability to lift and carry between 20-50 lbs over short distances (20 feet or less).

COMPENSATION

• $17.00 - $20.00 per hour starting pay.
• $500 bonus after your first 90 days.

BENEFITS

• Competitive pay - with the opportunity for annual reviews and increases.
• Travel benefits at Hilton properties around the world for you and your friends and family.
• Paid time off for vacations, holidays and other personal concerns.
• Comprehensive benefits package - including medical, dental and vision insurance programs.
• 401k program with a competitive company match.

Diversity makes us stronger. We welcome all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process, contact Human Resources at [phone]. The Hilton President Kansas City and Jury Hotel Group (collectively the Company) is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin (including ancestry), pregnancy, genetic information (including family medical history), physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, familial status, citizenship and/or immigration status or any other protected class, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.