Cook II - Southern Management Companies, LLC.
College Park, MD 20740
About the Job
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Personal will prepare meals and follow establishment recipes. Duties include preparing ingredients, adhering to the restaurant menu, and following food health and safety procedures. Cook, clean, assist other cooks and staff and deliver food in a fast-paced environment.
WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:
* Maintain and strictly abide by State sanitation/Health regulations and Hotel requirements
* Meet with Executive Chef/Sous Chef to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes and other information pertinent to the job performance
* Complete opening duties
* Start prep work on items needed for the particular menu of the day
* Organize all of the various prep items needed from different areas to ensure that all items are in place and ready for service
* Inform the Sous Chef of any shortages before the item runs out
* Inform F&B service staff of 86'd item and amount of available menu specials throughout the meal period.
* Communicate any assistance needed during busy periods to the Sous Chef/Executive Chef to ensure optimum service to guests
* Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and Hotel requirements
* Closing Duties
* Acknowledge all guests and respond promptly to their needs, however busy and whatever time of day.
* Ensure unresolved incidents are reported to Manager/Supervisor
* Familiarity with all hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately
* Contribute to the team's success by accomplishing tasks and assisting with projects as needed
* Maintain knowledge and compliance with departmental policies, service procedures, and standards
* Availability during peak operating times, ie: Weekends, Holidays and Special Events
* Work as a team member to ensure our guests have the best possible experience
* Understand company's emergency procedures and be able to apply them when necessary
* Report any incidents, property damage or injuries immediately to Manager/Supervisor
* Attend department meetings and training sessions as necessary
* Contribute to team/company engagement efforts
* Perform other duties as assigned by Manager and/or Supervisor
JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
* Comprehend and follow recipes and cooking techniques.
* Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy
* Prioritize and organize
* Follow directions thoroughly
* Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team
* Work with minimal supervision
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Compute basic arithmetic and mathematical calculations
* Organized and detail oriented
* Excellent time management skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Sound leadership and managerial skills
* Ability to work effectively in stressful, high-pressure situations while maintaining composure and guest satisfaction
* Technical knowledgeable and competency in necessary systems and software:
* [Outlook, Word, Excel, accounting software, Roommaster, Seriousware, Visual One, Delphi, Meeting Matrix, etc.]
* Certification of Culinary training or apprenticeship preferred.
* [2] years of hospitality experience preferred
* High School Diploma or equivalent required. [Associates] degree in relevant field preferred
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
Source : Southern Management Companies, LLC.