PM Kitchen Line Cook - Full Time

DescriptionThe Kitchen Cook (PM SHIFT) is primarily responsible for assisting in various aspects of the kitchen, including food preparation, cooking, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.$18-$23 per hourThe Kitchen Cook shall strive to provide exceptional service to both internal and external guests at all times. They will be responsible for exemplifying the SCP's Culture & Core Values.The Job* Maintain positive guest relations at all times. Resolve guest complaints to over-the-moon satisfaction.* Follow Hotel policies with lost and found items.* Adhere to Hotel requirements for guest and team member accidents or injuries and in emergency situations.* Continuously promote sanitation, safety, and security efforts.* Food Preparation: Assist in the preparation of ingredients, including chopping, cutting, and measuring, to ensure that they are ready for cooking.* Cooking: Execute cooking tasks following established recipes and presentation standards, ensuring the quality and consistency of dishes.* Plating prepared foods based on the senior chef's guidance.* Kitchen Organization: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen area, including keeping workstations and equipment clean and in proper working order.* Inventory Management: Assist with monitoring kitchen inventory, including restocking supplies, tracking ingredient usage, and reporting shortages to the kitchen manager or chef.* Quality Control: Participate in quality control measures by conducting regular taste tests and inspections to ensure that food items meet the company's standards.* Safety and Sanitation: Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines, ensuring the safe storage and handling of food products.* Team Collaboration: Work closely and openly communicate with the culinary team, including chefs and other kitchen staff, to maintain a smooth flow of operations and to assist with any special requests or requirements.* Working with servers to ensure that orders are completed according to request and on time.* Menu Knowledge: Stay informed about the current menu offerings, including daily specials, and be able to provide information and recommendations to guests.* Inspect, plan, and ensure that all materials and equipment are in complete readiness for service.* Maintain knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment.* Maintain knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies, service procedures, and standards.* Report all accidents and breakages to the F&B Manager or Executive Chef in charge.* Adhere to relevant Food Safety Hygiene standards.* Work in a safe manner and abide by OSHA regulations and the Hotel's policies in regard to accident and incident reporting procedures.* Other duties as assigned.RequirementsJob Requirements* Must be a United States citizen or possess a valid work permit.* Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Fluency in other languages is beneficial.* Must be able to accurately follow instructions, both verbally and written.* Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.* Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with urgency and empathy.* Outstanding coordination and multi-tasking abilities.* Professional in appearance and demeanor.* Ability to learn, understand, and work within POS, PMS, CRM, and other Hospitality-specific software systems.* Must have the ability to deal effectively and interact well with guests, vendors, and team members.* Must have the ability to resolve problems and/or conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner.* Knowledge of food and beverage service operations preferred but not required.Supervision* Reports to the Executive Chef.Education and Experience* 2-Year Degree or Trade School.* Minimum of 2 years Sous Chef required.* Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience in a commercial kitchen required.* Experience in working efficiently in a high-volume, production-oriented environment.* Knowledge of Local, State, or Federal food sanitation regulations.* Must have State Alcohol Server Certification.* State Food Handlers Certificate.Working Conditions* Must be able to stand and move freely about the property for the majority of the shift.* Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull 50 lbs.* Must be able to perform simple grasping, fine manipulation, and repetitive hand & arm movements frequently, and squeezing & overhead reaching occasionally.* Must be able to bend, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, walk on uneven surfaces on an occasional basis.* While primarily an indoor job, must be able to walk outside in a variety of weather conditions (rain, wind, heat).* Must be able to climb stairs occasionally, both indoors and outside in a variety of weather conditions (rain, wind, heat).* Must be able to work in variable room temperatures.* Noise level is usually moderate.* Dexterity in using kitchen equipment or utensils and carrying heavy trays.