Sage Hospitality

Iconic architecture, a thriving culinary scene, beautifully landscaped public spaces and an array of museums are just part of what draws visitors to the Windy City. At The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago, a luxury hotel set atop Water Tower Place in the historic Gold Coast, guests will have every chance to explore the city, from shopping along Michigan Avenue to viewing famous works at the Art Institute.. Yet with our hotels spa, rooftop lounge, locally inspired restaurant, indoor lap pool and spacious accommodations overlooking the city, guests may not want to leave the premises.. They use their expertise to build strong relationships and create Ritz-Carlton guests for life.. Recognized as the gold standard of hospitality, The Ritz-Carlton selects only the most passionate and skilled hospitality professionals.. Marriott Hotel Room discounts worldwide

banquet cook

Why us?: Iconic architecture, a thriving culinary scene, beautifully landscaped public spaces and an array of museums are just part of what draws visitors to the Windy City. At The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago, a luxury hotel set atop Water Tower Place in the historic Gold Coast, guests will have every chance to explore the city, from shopping along Michigan Avenue to viewing famous works at the Art Institute. Yet with our hotels spa, rooftop lounge, locally inspired restaurant, indoor lap pool and spacious accommodations overlooking the city, guests may not want to leave the premises. The Ladies & Gentlemen in Culinary are always responsive to the expressed and unexpressed wishes and needs of our guests. They use their expertise to build strong relationships and create Ritz-Carlton guests for life. Recognized as the gold standard of hospitality, The Ritz-Carlton selects only the most passionate and skilled hospitality professionals. As one of our Ladies and Gentlemen, you will reflect the values that make us the worlds finest luxury brand. Here, in a diverse environment where individual aspirations are fulfilled and quality of life is enhanced, you will be inspired to work along side your fellow employees to bring special moments to life for our guests and each other. Job Overview: Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe sanitary work environment. Must have open availability to include weekends and holidays. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per dupe from servers.</li><li>Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare more than estimated needs.</li><li>Date all food containers and rotate as per the SOP, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.</li><li>Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up. </li><li>Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.</li><li>Assist in keeping buffet stocked.</li><li>Return all food items not used on next shift to designed storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.</li><li>Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per SOP.</li></ul> Qualifications: Education/Formal TrainingHigh school education or equivalent experience.ServSafe Food Handler Certification orequivalent Required. ExperienceMinimum one year food service or related work. Knowledge/Skills<ul><li>Knowledge of cooking and the practices and procedures of a kitchen in order to perform non-repetitive analytical work.</li></ul>Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying: Position regularly involves lifting food cases and metros weighing up to 70 lbs. Items include food, small equipment -75% of the time.</li><li>Periodic climbing required.</li><li>Bending of the knees does become necessary when using the lower oven for cooking, 5-10 times a day.</li><li>Mobility -full range of mobility and the ability to travel 30-50 feet on a regular basis throughout the day.</li><li>Continuous standing -during preparation, during service hours or during expediting, usually all day.</li><li>Must be able to hear equipment timers and communicate with other staff.</li><li>Must be able to see that product is prepared appropriately.</li><li>Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying.</li><li>Must be able to understand and follow verbal/written instructions and communicate both verbally and in writing.</li></ul>EnvironmentInside 100% of 8 hour shift. Going in the freezer temperatures can be -10 degrees. On the front line, temperatures can be over 100 degrees. Benefits: Medical Dental Sick Time Vacation - after 1 year of service Marriott Hotel Room discounts worldwide

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