Apparatus Room; AM Line Cook

Reports to:
Executive Chef and Sous Chefs; position is non-exempt

YOUR BENEFITS

• Up to $20/hour based upon your expertise
• Paid time off for vacation, sick and to volunteer in your community
• Strong sense of belonging through diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Discounted F&B when you and your guests dine in
• Greatly discounted room rates for you and your out of town guests
• Medical benefit premiums (based on eligibility) begin at a bi-weekly cost of $71
• Discounted pet insurance available through ASPCA to care for your best friend
• 401k participation available to grow your nest egg
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program to help balance your life and well being

Hotels done differently. It’s not just a slogan or catchphrase, it is who we are in everything we do. We believe in the power of People, Place and Character; ensuring our properties are a place where individuals are valued and celebrated as a tribute to the neighborhoods and the people of the communities in which we operate; elevating our associates’ pride in who they are, where they live and who we serve.

The Detroit Foundation Hotel has transformed the historic Detroit Fire Department Headquarters into a 100 room independent hotel that adds another piece to the ongoing Detroit renaissance puzzle. The hotel draws on the Motor-City's unparalleled past while proactively moving the city to its next incarnation as a national cultural, business and artistic touch-point. Featuring an inviting ground-floor restaurant, The Apparatus Room, the hotel partners with local distillers, brewers, farmers and other edible sundry purveyors to deliver an authentic Detroit experience.

The hotel is managed by Aparium, which was founded in 2011, driven by the belief that all hospitality experiences should be fueled by the poetics of their surroundings, Aparium was born with an intense focus on unearthing the amazing moments unique to every city. Since its founding, Aparium has grown into a new kind of hotel brand, one that ventures off the beaten path, both geographically and philosophically.

It is a sophisticated hotel brand known for its singular ability to combine the business acumen of large hospitality companies with the charm of boutique hotels, bringing disparate forces together in bustling, smaller markets.

Since its founding, Aparium has grown into a new kind of hotel brand, one that ventures off the beaten path, both geographically and philosophically. It is a sophisticated hotel brand known for its singular ability to combine the business acumen of large hospitality companies with the charm of boutique hotels, bringing the disparate forces together in bustling, smaller markets.

Your past experiences have led you to understand that there is an art + science to the how and what a hospitality operation professional is responsible for. You delight in the smiles you share and the positive experiences that you create.

You feel comfortable when things get busy, and you must make smart, in-the-moment decisions, as it is just natural for you to do so.

Above all, it is your mission to spread joy to all you encounter when ensuring the kitchen is tight and spotlessly clean.

You are energized through your own self-awareness to ensure we collectively collaborate to have a spotless kitchen.

Whether you are in the development of becoming a Cook I, II, or III, this position works directly with the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs (Culinary Leadership Team), developing and executing scratch-made dishes and recipes. It is critical that you are someone who has been honing your craft and demonstrates basic knowledge of culinary techniques. You are a task-oriented and list-driven individual who is comfortable working alongside your colleagues and under the direction of the Chef.

There will be opportunities where collaboration with culinary leadership is key as your valuable insight is needed for our shared success.

At Foundation, our culinary teams are expected to hold themselves, the guests, and each other in high regard. You will actively develop trusting and transparent relationships with your peers, both in the kitchen and throughout the hotel. You will have…