Lead Line Cook - Epoch Restaurant & Bar - Hay Creek Hotels

A distinctive element exclusive to Hay Creek Management’s approach to guest service is its “Host Philosophy,” which encourages each associate to develop the skills necessary to offer competent hospitality service outside the realm of their primary job responsibilities.

The ability of our Host Associates to proficiently multi-task provides guests at Hay Creek properties a secure, comfortable confidence that their service expectations will be exceeded.

Essential Functions:

¨ Be familiar with all menu items and times of offerings.

¨ Ensure proper timing of food preparation.

¨ Be familiar with a variety of the culinary field concepts, procedures, and preparation methods.

¨ Follow food preparation, presentation and proper service procedures.

¨ Inspect equipment before and after use, making sure everything is clean and in proper working order.

¨ Maintain cleanliness of workstation, kitchen area, and walk in cooler/freezer.

¨ Adhere to proper food storage practices, especially hot and cold meats, seafood and other high protein items.

¨ Assume responsibility for all food rotation and storage.

¨ Ensure that all items needed are in stock for service.

¨ Review prep list, check daily pars and maintain pars as necessary.

¨ Determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up.

¨ Note any our-of-stock items or possible shortages.

¨ Prepare food of consistent quality by following recipe and production/portion standards, per check from servers.

¨ Practice conscious knowledge of food allergies and safety in preparation.

¨ Prepare food items that are able to be made ahead of time, making sure not to over-prepare estimated needs.

¨ Return all food items not used during shift to designated storage areas. Cover and date all perishables.

¨ Assist in correcting food cost, control of food waste, etc.

¨ Operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, waffle iron and flat top grill.

¨ Remain alert, friendly and able to get along with co-workers in a professional manner.

¨ Address each and every guest using the S.E.A.C. method, with a smile, eye contact, acknowledge their presence in a timely manner with appropriate greeting, and kindly close.

¨ Attend all scheduled meetings and training sessions.

¨ Understand and practice all HCH safety and security procedures, including Emergency Evacuation Procedures, Accident Reporting, Right to Know Law, Written Information Security Program, Bloodborne Pathogen Procedures, Anti-Harassment Policy, and Violence in the Workplace Policy.

¨ Comply with all Hotel and HCH time and attendance policies.

¨ Comply with all Hotel and HCH uniform, dress code, and appearance standards.

Keyword: cook, line cook, hospitality cook, restaurant, food prep
Required Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year of recent Culinary experience in a high volume, full service restaurant.
• Excellent Knife skills.
• Must continuously demonstrate a positive, upbeat and customer-focused attitude.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and other high-volume days and times (i.e. town festivals).

Hotel Specific Essential Functions:

¨ Ability to remain standing for 8 hours (or 100% of shift)

¨ Ability to frequently move and lift up to 80 lbs.

¨ Ability to walk the property and grounds on occasion.

¨ Ability to move up and down stairs regularly.

¨ Ability to bend frequently and repetitively during a shift.

¨ Ability to reach and lift overhead.

¨ Ability to remain bent over a sink/tub for an extended period of time.

¨ Ability to use repetitive manual dexterity.

¨ Ability to move quickly based on guest needs.

¨ Ability to frequently communicate and exchange accurate information effectively.

¨ Ability to read, write, understand and speak English.

Technology and Equipment:

¨ Automatic Dishwasher

¨ Chemical dispenser

¨ Basic Kitchen equipment

¨ Deep fryer

¨ Broiler/Salamander

¨ Oven/Stove

¨ Steamer and Steam Table

¨ Food Processor

¨ Meat slicer

¨ Flat Top grill

¨ Industrial Mixer

¨ Waffle Iron

Working Environment:

¨ Hotel property with approximately 46 guest rooms.

¨ Work will primarily take place in a kitchen environment.

¨ Group and solo work.

¨ Practice and observe all safety procedures.

¨ Interior of hotel, in all areas with exposure to extreme temperatures.

¨ Exterior of hotel with exposure to weather conditions.

¨ Exposure to various hazardous chemicals.

Benefits:

Hay Creek offers an extensive benefit and incentive package, including;

• Insurance Benefit package for all employees averaging 30+ hrs/week to include Company-funded Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Accident, and Critical Illness
• Competitive Salary/Wages
• Competitive Paid Time Off Structure including Vacation, Sick, Holiday Pay, Jury Duty Leave, and Bereavement Leave for Full Time employees
• Standard Annual Performance/Salary Reviews
• Complimentary Meals Daily
• Free Parking
• Employee and Friends & Family Lodging Discounts as low as forty-nine dollars per night at all HCH Properties
• Discounts at specific property partners (NEIRA, Historic Hotels of America)
• 50% Discount when Dining at any HCH Property
• Industry Discounts through Working Advantage (Entertainment Tickets, Hotels, Rental Cars, Outdoor Activities, Restaurants, etc.)
• Supportive, open-door policy work environment
• Work Culture that is fun, energetic and motivating
• Employee Recognition Program - 'Delight and Surprise Dollars'
• Accelerated Career Advancement to include professional enrichment, conferences & classes, and manager in training programs

From: Hay Creek Hotels