Prep Cook

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.; Valley, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training available

Job summary

Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley in Valley, AL is seeking a Prep Cook to join our dynamic kitchen team. You will focus on ingredient preparation, basic cooking techniques, and maintaining a well-organized workspace to support our culinary operations.

Responsibilities include roasting, blanching, stock and dough preparation, and assisting with a variety of tasks across the kitchen. Training is available for motivated candidates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Basic knife skills and understanding of fundamental food preparation techniques.
• Able to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment such as ovens, mixers, and food processors.

Responsibilities

• Execute foundational cooking tasks, including roasting, blanching, and making stocks or doughs.
• Assist with general prep to support the culinary team.
• Maintain an organized, efficient, and clean kitchen environment.

Skills

Basic knife skills

Fundamental food prep

Tools

Ovens

Mixers

Food processors

Job description

Welcome to Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley! We're more than just a hotel - we're a hub of creativity and culinary excellence, offering an array of unique dining experiences. From large-scale banquet events to our casual Backyard café, the vibrant Beer Garden, and our signature restaurant Valley Goat by acclaimed chef Stephanie Izard, there's a place here for every kind of cook. Whether you're starting your culinary journey or looking to hone advanced skills, we have a role for you in our dynamic kitchen team. Come be a part of a fun, collaborative environment where every day brings something exciting to the table!**Role Overview:**A Treehouse Prep Cook plays an essential role in the kitchen, preparing high-quality ingredients and supporting the culinary team with foundational tasks. In this position, you'll focus on ingredient preparation, basic cooking techniques, and maintaining an organized and efficient kitchen environment. Whether it's chopping vegetables, making stocks, or roasting, your work will help set the stage for the exceptional dishes Treehouse Hotel is known for.**Key Responsibilities:**Execute foundational cooking tasks, including roasting, blanching, and making stocks or doughs.**Skills and Qualifications:**Basic knife skills and a strong understanding of fundamental food preparation techniques.Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.Familiarity with kitchen equipment such as ovens, mixers, and food processors.Organizational skills and attention to detail in maintaining a clean and orderly workspace.Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.Flexibility to assist with a variety of tasks across the kitchen.Previous kitchen experience is a plus, training is available for motivated candidates.Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is brimming with natural beauty, vivid splendor, and heartwarming whimsy - and we want to keep it that way. Our mission is to inspire others to do the same while crafting unique and evolved luxury experiences.We seek next-level talent with lots of heart and plenty of hustle, individuals who love to be of service, obsess over details, honor nature, aren't afraid to ask questions, have the confidence to share new ideas and the respect to listen to diverse worldviews. We care about who you are, how you treat others and what fires you up. Read on to learn more about our new opportunities, open now