Apparatus Room; PM Line Cook

COOK I, II and III

Reports to:

Executive Chef and Sous Chefs; position is non-exempt

• 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 touchpoint. 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 focuses on unearthing the amazing moments unique to every city and has grown into a brand known for blending business acumen with boutique hotel charm.

Since its founding, Aparium has grown into a new kind of hotel brand that ventures off the beaten path—geographically and philosophically—combining issue-driven hospitality with smaller markets.

Whether you are developing into 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. You are a task-oriented, list-driven individual who collaborates with colleagues and follows the direction of the Chef. There will be opportunities to work closely with culinary leadership for shared success.

You will uphold a high standard of kitchen hygiene and teamwork.

At Foundation, culinary teams are expected to hold themselves, the guests, and each other in high regard. You will build trusting and transparent relationships with peers in the kitchen and hotel. You will work with a group that values collaboration, humility, and open minds, with a no-tolerance policy for the “old school way”.

• Uphold and model the company’s principles of People, Place, and Character; drive collaboration, intuitive service, and translocal hospitality
• Collaborate with culinary leadership to provide the best possible guest experience
• Take pride in the food you prepare, adhering to recipes, presentation standards, and guest preferences
• Work in an organized fashion with respect for ingredients, equipment, and workspace
• Demonstrate professional urgency while maintaining technique to deliver an outstanding guest experience
• Build a foundational understanding of culinary skills and continually learn through study of the craft
• Foster open communication within the department; participate in daily lineups and quarterly culinary all-staff meetings
• Participate in feedback sessions with culinary leadership to develop your skillset
• Observe kitchen facilities and equipment, reporting substandard conditions to leadership and engineering for corrections
• Maintain alignment with culinary leadership on priorities; stay flexible to support a successful operation
• Comply with Aparium’s equal opportunity statement and maintain a smoke-free, drug-free facility

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