Chef

Do you enjoy working with food, being part of a dependable team, and creating meals people look forward to? We are looking for a Food Production Worker to support daily food preparation and meal service while maintaining high standards for quality, sanitation, and presentation.

In this role, you will prepare food according to standardized recipes, assist with portioning and meal service, and help keep food production running safely and efficiently. You’ll play an important part in creating a positive dining experience while supporting Western States Lodging & Management’s mission of “Serving You Like Family.”

• Competitive Pay – $18 – 19 hourly.
• The starting rate is based on experience and qualifications. This position participates in our compensation program, which provides opportunities for future pay growth based on performance and career development.
• 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%
• Hotel discounts at select Western States Lodging & Management properties

Eligible full-time associates are entitled to the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans plus Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Optional supplemental benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and other coverage options.

• Prepare food items according to standardized recipes, menus, and established quality standards.
• Gather ingredients, supplies, and equipment needed for daily food production.
• Follow production schedules to ensure food is prepared and ready for scheduled meal service.
• Monitor food for proper taste, smell, appearance, temperature, and overall quality.
• Obtain supervisor approval before making food substitutions or significant recipe changes.
• Assist with portioning, plating, and serving food before and during meal periods.
• Properly store, label, rotate, and handle food products.
• Follow established food safety, sanitation, infection control, and loss prevention procedures.
• Safely and efficiently use kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies.
• Help minimize food waste through proper preparation, portioning, and storage practices.
• Assist with maintaining menus, recipes, production records, and other required documentation.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized food preparation environment.
• Work collaboratively with culinary and service associates to support an efficient meal service.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous food preparation, cooking, or food production experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow recipes, menus, production instructions, and food safety procedures.
• Basic understanding of safe food handling and sanitation practices.
• Ability to communicate positively and professionally with guests, clients, supervisors, and coworkers.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, quality, and food presentation.
• Dependable, team-oriented approach to work.
• Ability to manage multiple preparation tasks in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Food Handler Permit or certification as required by state or local regulations.
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, mornings, evenings, or other shifts as business needs require.

Meals are prepared safely, accurately, and on schedule; food consistently meets expectations for quality, temperature, taste, and presentation; your work area remains clean and organized; waste is minimized; and your teammates can count on you to help provide an efficient and positive dining experience.

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