What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook II - Garde Manger position at Loews Hotels, LLC?
At Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando, our team members get to make a difference and have fun every day. Our world-class team brings to life the incredible, award-winning hotels located at Universal Orlando Resort.
Named one of Central Floridas Top Workplaces and one of Americas Best-in-State Employers by Forbes, we are committed to our power of we culture.
Are you looking for a place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day andbe able to connect, engage and delight?
We offer excellent benefits and perks including one free meal per shift and free theme park access.
We have a dynamic culture that makes every day interesting, challenging, fulfilling and fun.
We embrace diversity at our core and offer the opportunity for all team members to reach their potential.
We invest in training and development opportunities for all team members.
We promote social responsibility by being a good neighbor in the community.
We care for you, just as we care for others.
About Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
Join the team at our Caribbean-inspired paradise that creates an island escape in a tropical oasis.
Job Specific
- Oversees preparation and production of all cold food items, supervises Pantry/Prep personnel
- Supervises/set up and organization of work area with all necessary supplies and equipment
- Oversees/Receives, inspects, rotates all food products to ensure that only fresh, high quality ingredients are used
- Supervises/preparation and storage of raw food products prior to final assembly of cold food items
- Ensures that all standardized recipes are followed in the preparation and assembly of cold menu items
- Assists Panty/Preparation personnel with completion of all duties as needed
- Monitors plating of cold foods to ensure adherence to established plating/presentation guidelines
- Uses knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders and all other equipment in a safe manner according to the manufactures recommendations
- Notifies Supervisor of an equipment malfunction or safety hazards immediately
- Returns utensils to pot wash area, informs Steward of any HOT items
- Cleans and breaks down work area, returns all ingredients to proper storage at end of shift
- Ensures that all closing side work is complete, cooking equipment is turned off and kitchen is secure at end of shifts
- Other duties as assigned
General
- Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times
- Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or areas of concern
- Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow team members
- Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
- Complies with required safety regulations and procedures
- Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
- Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
- Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
- Recycles whenever possible
- Remains current with hotel information and changes
- Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards
Qualifications
- High School Diploma, or its equivalent
- Post Secondary culinary training/certification as "Cook" from a recognized culinary training school One year experience cooking in an upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or equivalent
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of Food Service Sanitation Standards
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use
- Ability to stand, stoop, bend; lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to read, write and speak English
- Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays
Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, protected veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local law.
