Lead Cook - AM

LINE COOK

Are you an experienced LINE COOK looking to join a growing multiple concept company and grow your career? Prime Hospitality Group (PHG) is seeking a Line Cook to join the AC Marriot team in Chesterfield, MO. Consider this exceptional opportunity!

A Line Cook who executes all kitchen operations, ensuring the development of quality menu items and line products through the consistent application of appropriate kitchen skills and strict adherence to established recipes. This role plates all dishes with PHG specifications and quality standards. This is an evening shift position.

Line Cook Requirements & Physical Demands

• Must be able to carry trays, and lift and handle supplies, small wares and equipment weighing up to 35 pounds.
• Must be able to walk or stand exert well-paced mobility during entire shift (approx. 6-8 hours).
• Must have good sense of balance, be physically able to reach, bend, kneel, squat and stoop on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to hear well with loud background noise.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and listen attentively to chefs, management, and fellow team members.

Demand for Excellence

• Reports to work on time in proper uniform. Maintains a professional demeanor and appearance and practices positive personal hygiene and cleanliness habits during all work shifts,
• Ensures a safe working environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents by maintaining an orderly workstation. Notifies manager promptly of any problems.
• Ensures that all prepared food meets the standard of excellence of the company.
• Displays a Passion for Hospitality.

Passion for Hospitality

• Maintains a positive working relationship with all team members to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate and maximize morale, productivity, and efficiency of other team members,
• Prepares all menu items according to recipe requirements and adheres to product sensitivity and plate presentation guidelines,
• Maintains strict sanitation standards to protect against cross-contamination and food borne illnesses.

Hungry to Grow

• Correctly completes all station closing duties at the end of each shift. Assists Kitchen Supervisor and other kitchen personnel in accomplishing closing duties and kitchen cleanliness as needed and/or requested,
• Ensures that the kitchen, all food prep areas, and all food storage areas meet or exceed Company cleanliness standards,
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.

Unwavering Commitment

• Communicates and monitors ticket times and addresses potential problems with service/kitchen staff and managers. Determines quick corrections to ensure constant and timely food flow.
• Keeps Manager fully informed of all issues (i.e., problems, unusual matters of significance and positive events) and takes prompt corrective action where necessary or suggests alternative courses of action.
• Completes assigned work for stocking and setting up workstation in a timely manner.

Desire to Win

• Assists Manager in maintaining equipment by performing routine checks of filters, thermometers, fans, and drain lines. Keeps gas stove manifolds and orifices clear of food debris to ensure quality burning surfaces by performing weekly “burns” on burners.
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in a timely and effective manner in accordance with Company policies and procedures and sanitation and safety guidelines and practices,
• Ensures a safe working environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents by maintaining an orderly workstation. Notifies manager promptly of any problems.

Compensation for this position: $17 - $19 / hour

In the heart of Chesterfield, MO (St. Louis), the AC Hotel Chesterfield by Marriott offers a European-style stay and graceful designs in the comfort of the Midwest. Prime Hospitality Group is proud to operate the hotel’s food and beverage program, featuring the AC Kitchen and AC Lounge, which offer European-inspired breakfast, a range of small plates, and a full cocktail menu.
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