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Compensation Type
Hourly
Overview
The Cook is responsible for preparing all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Restaurants, Room Service, Employee Cafeteria, and Banquets, while maintaining high standards for an appealing and appetizing product. He/she is also responsible for ensuring cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen and work areas, while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio.
Responsibilities
- Have thorough knowledge of menus and preparation requirements according to hotel standards.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas.
- Complete necessary food and station preparations prior to restaurant opening to ensure prompt and efficient service.
- Prepare and display buffet food items according to hotel standards.
- Proficiency in cooking techniques such as charbroiling, poaching, deep-frying, sautéing, braising, roasting, and par-cooking.
- Recognize quality standards in fresh vegetables, fish, dairy, and meat products.
- Knowledge of herbs and spices and their proper use.
- Maintain a clean and sanitary environment with proper handling, storage, and sanitation procedures.
- Prepare food for Banquets as specified on Banquet Event Orders.
- Prepare and serve food for the Employee Cafeteria as directed.
- Follow hotel standard recipes and assist in preparing specials under supervision.
- Break down buffets and kitchen lines, storing food and equipment properly after each meal.
- Support banquet food stations as scheduled.
- Know the location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment.
- Practice safe work habits to avoid injuries.
- Use Production Charts as per hotel standards.
- Support any kitchen position in need of help.
- Follow all health department and company regulations regarding food safety and storage.
- Operate and maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment.
- Maintain a "Clean As You Go" policy.
- Assist in storage and rotation of food items.
- Sign keys out and back in as needed under supervision.
- Maintain a warm, friendly demeanor at all times.
- Communicate effectively with employees and guests, verbally and in writing.
- Multitask and prioritize to meet deadlines.
- Attend all required meetings and trainings.
- Maintain regular attendance and high standards of personal appearance and grooming.
- Comply with hotel standards and regulations to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Identify and help implement solutions to productivity and problem areas.
- Handle problems proactively and confidentially.
- Understand and apply complex information from various sources.
- Cross-train in other hotel-related areas.
- Show initiative and anticipate guest or operational needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Work flexible and long hours if required.
- Lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 pounds occasionally and 20 pounds frequently.
- Stand during the entire shift.
- Withstand temperature variations hot and cold.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred, along with hotel or related experience.
- Culinary experience required.