Prep Cook - The Standard Austin

Hyatt; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Standard Hotel in Austin is seeking a skilled Prep Cook to join our culinary team. You will assist bakers, prepare daily items, and help pastry departments deliver consistent quality and presentation in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include following safety standards, preparing a variety of pastries, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Strong pastry knowledge and teamwork are essential for this role in a bustling hotel setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Two to three years related experience in hospitality or service industry.
• Associate degree in baking and pastry arts, or similar preferred.
• 2+ years of experience as a pastry cook, baker, or similar.
• Advanced knowledge of traditional pastry baking techniques.
• 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 write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of co-workers and sister property staff.
• Ability to create documents in Excel and Word.
• Ability to understand other computer programs (i.e. Point of Sale and Property Management System).
• Ability to apply concepts of math including: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos and verbal instruction.
• Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
• Prepare a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
• Demonstrating skill in baking pastries, desserts, cakes, cookies, sweets, and pies.
• Prepare and serve a variety of pastries.
• Bake or order breads, rolls, cakes, and pastries applying classic pastry baking techniques when preparing traditional pastries.
• 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.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve to waiters or patrons.
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
• 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.
• Keep records and accounts of kitchen and food inventory.
• Assist in the development and implementation of special projects.
• Ensure immediate response is given to any and all guest comments and concerns and inform immediate supervisor of concerns and assist implementing corrective measure when necessary.
• Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests.
• Ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management at all times via email, log books, meetings, etc., to ensure all needs of the hotel 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.

Skills

Food prep skills

Safety compliance

Communication

Excel & Word

POS & PMS familiarity

Education

High School diploma (GED)

Associate degree in baking and pastry arts

Job description

The Opportunity:

The Standard Hotel is seeking a skilled and motivated Prep Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate has a passion for cooking, assisting the existing bakers, has a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen. You will be responsible for preparing on the daily, assisting the pastry departments, ensuring consistent quality and presentation.

Organization- The Standard, Austin

Summary

The Opportunity:

The Standard Hotel is seeking a skilled and motivated Prep Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate has a passion for cooking, assisting the existing bakers, has a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen. You will be responsible for preparing on the daily, assisting the pastry departments, ensuring consistent quality and presentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos and verbal instruction
• Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage
• Prepare a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures
• Demonstrating skill in baking pastries, desserts, cakes, cookies, sweets, and pies
• Prepare and serve a variety of pastries
• Bake or order breads, rolls, cakes, and pastries applying classic pastry baking techniques when preparing traditional pastries
• 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
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve to waiters or patrons
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption
• 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
• Keep records and accounts of kitchen and food inventory
• Assist in the development and implementation of special projects
• Ensure immediate response is given to any and all guest comments and concerns and inform immediate supervisor of concerns and assist implementing corrective measure when necessary
• Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests
• Ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management at all times via email, log books, meetings, etc., to ensure all needs of the hotel 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

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 (3) years related experience in hospitality or service industry
• Associate degree in baking and pastry arts, or similar preferred
• 2 or more years of experience as a pastry cook, baker, or similar
• Advanced knowledge of traditional pastry baking techniques
• 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 write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of co-workers and sister property staff
• Ability to create documents in Excel and Word
• Ability to understand other computer programs (i.e. Point of Sale and Property Management System)
• Ability to apply concepts of math including: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

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