Cook Aspen Suites Anchorage Downtown

**** Aspen Suites Hotel Downtown AnchorageAspen Suites Hotel Downtown Anchorage is building its Food & Beverage team and will be offering a simple late-night bar menu for guests. We are seeking a Cook who will work closely with the Bartender during evening hours to prepare food items efficiently, safely, and consistently. If you enjoy working independently and have pride in serving quality food, this role is for you.CookPosition Purpose:The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving bar-style menu items, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, managing stock rotation, and supporting the Food & Beverage Manager in inventory needs and kitchen operations.The Benefits of Being Part of OUR Team:Medical, Dental and Vision coverageLife InsurancePaid personal time offLeadership and Management Training Programs401K Retirement PlanA PATH for your future!Discounted room ratesA FUN PLACE TO WORKAccess to voluntary benefits, including discount in pet insurance, cell phones, Travel & Entertainment and Health & Wellness programs.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS****Prepare and cook simple bar food offerings using basic kitchen equipmentMaintain food presentation and portion consistency based on menu standardsAssist with menu item prep work, heating, plating, and timely serviceWork alongside the Bartender to ensure smooth evening F&B operationEnsure kitchen, equipment, counters, and prep areas remain clean and sanitizedRotate stock, label and date inventory, and monitor product freshnessAssist with inventory counts and submit order needs to the Food & Beverage ManagerWash dishes, maintain storage areas, and complete end-of-shift cleaning checklistsSPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITYPrevious kitchen or food handling experience preferredAbility to operate a TurboChef or willingness to learn quicklyKnowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practicesComfortable working evening shifts and in a fast-moving solo environmentAble to stand for extended periods and lift/move up to 40 lbsFriendly, reliable, detail-oriented and strong communication skillsMust work well independently with minimal supervisionNOTICE:The hospitality business functions seven (7) days a week, twenty-four hours a day. In addition, this is a hospitality business and a hospitable service atmosphere must be projected at all times. Upon employment, all associates are expected to fully comply with JL Hospitality Management rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of hotel facilities.JL Hospitality Management, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or protected classification.