Prep Cook

Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa is seeking a Prep Cook to join our kitchen team in Honolulu. You will prepare ingredients, maintain a clean, organized workspace, and help ensure meals meet quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and a willingness to pitch in with various kitchen duties to support operations during service shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate in English.
• Self-starting personality with an even disposition.
• Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times.
• Must be a team player and willing to pitch in to help coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production standards.
• Start items prepared ahead of time, avoiding over-preparation.
• Date and rotate perishables; keep at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use; note shortages and assist in buffet stocking.
• Return unused items to proper storage with cover/date.
• Assist in correcting food cost problems and reducing waste through Crescent standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Team player

Attention to detail

Hospitality mindset

Food safety awareness

Job description

Description

Uniquely located in the heart of Honolulu, guests have the convenience of the city outside their front door yet are surrounded by the beauty of the island through stunning ocean views. At Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa, we invite you to embrace adventure and embark on a journey beyond the ordinary.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals deeply connected to, and proud of, the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our associates are the shining stars of what we do!

We understand what it takes to be part of something great. We encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we celebrate you, and we cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it’s our health & wellness programs, best-in-class learning and development, or our travel discounts that “feed your inner explorer,” we work hard to create and deliver on what you need. Join us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.

What You’ll Be Doing:

The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and assisting the kitchen team in ensuring meals are prepared efficiently and according to quality standards. This role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per check from servers.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to over prepare estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per Crescent standards, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up. Note any out-of stock items or possible shortages. Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems, control food waste, loss and usage per Crescent standards.
• Operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron and flat top grill.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must have the ability to communicate in English. Self-starting personality with an even disposition. Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times. Can communicate well with guests. Must be willing to “pitch-in” and help co- workers with their job duties and be a team player. Finger/hand dexterity in order to operate food machinery. Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move goods weighing a maximum of 100 lbs. on a continuous schedule.

If you’re highly organized, hospitality-minded, and thrive on keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, this is your opportunity to shine with the Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa.

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