Yolan Cook I

Highgate; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a premier hospitality company at The Joseph Nashville, where your culinary skills will shine. This role is perfect for passionate individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences. As part of a dynamic team, you'll prepare exquisite dishes, maintain high standards of cleanliness, and adapt to the ever-changing needs of food and beverage service. With opportunities to grow and excel, you'll be part of a vibrant culture that values creativity and teamwork. If you take pride in your craft and want to make a difference for every guest, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K

Paid Time Off

Free Meals during work

Discounted room benefits

Free Parking

Qualifications

• 1 year of culinary operations experience required.
• Ability to maintain a sanitary and organized workspace.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items for customers in a timely manner.
• Set up station for banquet functions with required mise en place.
• Practice sanitation and safety to ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cooking skills

Sanitation practices

Time management

Education

Culinary experience

Job description

Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in major U.S. gateway cities including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a growing Caribbean and Latin America footprint. The hospitality forward company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate has a proven record of developing its diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts with contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in New York, Chicago, Dallas, London, Miami, and Seattle. www.highgate.com.

Location

The Joseph Hotel - Nashville

Overview

WHERE YOU WORK

The Joseph Nashville, a Luxury Collection Hotel re-imagines the hotel experience. The hotel's modern expression is informed by the city's diverse maker-culture and is as focused on integrating the work of Nashville's artisans, chefs and craftsmen as it is that of its musicians. The Joseph's art program - incorporating both the local works of Tennessee artists and works from one of the world's most renowned art collections - deepens the hotel's offering and roots it firmly in Nashville for guests and visitors alike. Featuring 297 thoughtfully designed rooms and suites, as well as 18,000 square feet of event and meeting space, The Joseph will exceed the expectations of varied guests. In addition to impeccable service, The Joseph offers countless chances to enjoy unique and memorable experiences. From the front door to the rooftop, The Joseph is full of opportunities to encounter the unexpected.

WHY YOU’RE HERE

You are passionate about making a difference for every guest that walks through the doors of the hotel, ensuring each of our guests has a memorable experience. You are here because the life you want is about providing exceptional service, and that is exactly what we do.

Availability Requirements

Full-time, Evening, Weekends required

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Free Meals during work
• Discounted room benefits
• Free Parking

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU DO

You use your attention to detail and focused cooking skills to ensure all food items are prepared to specification and plated professionally. You maintain a sanitary environment and keep yourself organized. You understand that Food & Beverage needs can change at any moment, and you adapt with ease.

AVERAGE % OF TIME

1. 40% Prepare food items for customers using a quality predetermined method in a timely and consistent manner.
2. 40% Set up station with predetermined mise en place required to service all banquet functions.
3. 20% Practice sanitation and safety daily to ensure total customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

WHO YOU ARE

You are a hard-working, positive person who loves to stay busy and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You know your efforts contribute towards ensuring our customers are provided with an enjoyable and comfortable dining experience. Creating meals and presenting beautiful plates are your passions. You take great pride in a sanitary, organized workspace, and you enjoy working with a team of committed Food and Beverage professionals. You have one year of experience with culinary operations and are able to self-manage time and tasks.