Prep Cook

Job Responsibilities

As a Cook, you will prepare food items for the restaurant, and catering functions.

• Perform opening and closing procedures per checklists.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and handling policies and procedures i.e., use dates, temperature of appliances and food.
• Wash, peel, slice, portion, chop, mix and store ingredients for use.
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards and presentation standards.
• Portion and arrange food on serving dishes.
• Monitor food quantity and quality to avoid waste.
• Keep work area clean at all times.
• Be fully knowledgeable of all menu items and features including their garnish, contents and preparation methods. Answer questions from servers or guests as needed.
• Assist in same day or advance prep for any and all stations in the kitchen.
• Assist in checking all fixtures, equipment and conditions (lights, heating/cooling, appliances, wallpaper, etc.) for proper operation, settings and maintenance. Report deficiencies.

We are looking for a self-motivated Cook with a strong work ethic and a drive to exceed expectations. It is also important that you have excellent communication skills.

• 1 to 3 years related experience in a food preparation role
• Associate's degree (A.
  
  A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Solid organizational, time-management and prioritization skills
• Exceptional customer service skills

As a Cook with Del Monte Hotel Group, you will be part of a hospitality leader that prides itself on cultivating a workplace that feels like home and that brings out the best in you, each and every day. It’s the kind of company where many of our associates come for a job, but stay for a career—the kind of place where your strengths will be appreciated, and where each of us can truly be ourselves.

Your hard work and professional dedication will be rewarded with excellent compensation packages, which may vary somewhat depending on location.

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefit packages for full-time positions
• Hotel room discounts at our locations around the globe
• Discounts on food and beverages
• Professional development and advancement opportunities

• Loyal:
  Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Dedicated:
  Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Team Player:
  Works well as a member of a group

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