Shaughnessy's - Line Cook- AM - Marriott Downtown Syracuse

The Crescent Hotels Group; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their team. In this role, you'll prepare high-quality food items while adhering to strict safety and sanitation standards. Your culinary skills will shine as you ensure consistency and excellence in every dish. This position offers a variable schedule of 40 hours per week, allowing you to showcase your talents in a dynamic kitchen environment. If you have a passion for cooking and a commitment to teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1 year of cooking experience in a restaurant or catering setting.
• Ability to communicate well with guests and team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items following recipe cards and quality standards.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment.
• Assist in controlling food costs and reducing waste.

Skills

Cooking experience

Communication in English

Teamwork

Food machinery operation

Tools

Deep fryer

Broiler

Stove

Steamer

Food processor

Mixer

Slicer

Oven

Steam table

Tilt kettle

Waffle iron

Flat top grill

Job description

Description

JOB OVERVIEW: Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.

REPORTS TO: Executive Chef/Sous Chef

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• 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.

Variable Schedule - 8 hours, 40 hours per week

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wages range from 17.50-18.57 depending on experience level

Qualifications

Cooking experience in a restaurant or catering setting

Experience

• Required

  1 years:

  Cooking experience in a restaurant or catering setting

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Source: Crescent Hotels & Resorts