Cook I

Company Overview

Performance Hospitality is a lifestyle hotel management company committed to providing outstanding service to our guests! We manage a variety of branded, independent hotels in major US markets. We take pride in our ability to deliver exceptional guest and associate experiences by focusing on inspiring individuals through a thoughtful delivery of self-expression hospitality. We believe that providing innovative, cutting-edge practices, along with transparent communications, is a fundamental part of our commitment.

Purpose

The Cook II is primarily responsible for preparing food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe sanitary work environment.

Essential Function of Job

• Prepare of food that is of a consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per dupe from servers.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per the SOP, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures; Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
• Adhere to sanitation practices and safety daily to ensure the total guest satisfaction. Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare more than estimated needs. Return all food items not used on next shift to designed storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables. Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per SOP.
• Good working knowledge of accepted sanitation standards and applicable health codes.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, walk during entire shift and to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
  
  

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. Minimum one (2) years prior culinary experience in a food service kitchen is required. ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.

Qualifications

Working Conditions / Physical Demands / Knowledge / Skills / Abilities (KSA's):

Command of the English language both written and verbal. Well organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Self-starting personality with an even disposition. Always maintain a professional appearance and manner. Must be willing to "pitch-in" and help co-workers with their job duties and be a team player. Ability to work beyond standard hours when necessary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to accommodate the guests' needs. Ability to comprehend and follow instructions from supervisor. Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors. EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE High School Diploma or equivalent with at least one (1) year hospitality experience.

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Exceptional benefits including elective Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short-Term Disability coverage.

Explore our hotels! Associates receive hotel and restaurant discounts & perks at any of our properties (excluding your home property).

We Invest in Your Future Success! Become a department trainer Join our Job Coach Program.

Continued Leadership Education Program! We offer an ongoing Performance Hospitality Leadership Series (PHLS, Weekly Webinars, e-learning courses).

Enjoy the Holidays! We offer Six (6) paid holidays throughout the year.

Company paid Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, Long-term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Travel Assistance Program.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Celebrate You! Choose one (1) paid day of personal celebration each year to use however you choose

"Performance Hospitality is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Drug-free Workplace