Prep Cook - Full Time

Hyatt Place Kent Narrows; Grasonville (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Other Supplemental Benefits

Employer Matched 401K

Hotel Room Discounts across multiple品牌

Enhanced paid vacation, sick time and

Job summary

Hyatt Place Kent Narrows in Grasonville, MD is seeking a Prep Cook to support the kitchen with ingredient prep, station readiness and food labeling. You’ll assist with chopping, sauces, portioning, and maintaining inventory accuracy.

The role requires the ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work a schedule that may include holidays and weekends. Training provided and benefits available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Culinary training or prep cook experience preferred.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize key assignments.
• Strong knife skills required.
• 2 years of related experience.
• Work schedule varies and may include holidays and weekends.
• Must stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food product for home station, assist in monitoring depletion and replenishment.
• Manage the awarding of additional food, supplies, and service to any station with high work volume.
• Perform routine quality control inspections of all food products; notify supervisor of any concerns.
• Maintain full menu knowledge, including specials and upcoming events.
• Keep the kitchen area clean and organized; label and store foods per guidelines.
• Restock for following shift at end of each shift.
• Adhere to safety, sanitation, and PPE standards.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years of related experience

Multitask

Strong knife skills

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Hyatt Place Kent Narrows and Marina - Grasonville, MD 21638Salary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 HourlyA prep cook is primarily responsible for preparing ingredients and assisting with basic cooking tasks to support the efficient operation of the kitchen. They often handle tasks such as chopping vegetables, preparing sauces, and portioning ingredients according to recipes. Additionally, prep cooks ensure that all food items are properly stored and labeled, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and assist with inventory management as needed.

Team Member Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Other Supplemental Benefits
• Employer Matched 401K
• Hotel Room Discounts across multiple brands
• Enhanced paid vacation, sick time and holiday pay

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare food product for home station, assist in monitoring depletion and replenishment.
• Manage the awarding of additional food, supplies, and service to any station with high work volume.
• Perform routine quality control inspections of all food products. Notify supervisor immediately of questionable color, smell, feel, and/or shelf life.
• Assume responsibility of maintaining full menu knowledge, including but not limited to specials and upcoming events.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the immediate service area, floors, and food service area by upkeep of kitchen area and appliances.
• Label and store all food products according to government, state, and federal guidelines.
• Restock for following shift at the end of each shift.
• Adhere to standards with regard to safety, sanitation, and PPE.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior culinary training and/or prep cook experience.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize key assignments.
• Strong knife skills.
• 2 years of related experience.
• Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays and weekends.
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

Job descriptions and responsibilities are subject to change depending on business needs.