Benefits:- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Position Summary
The Cook prepares high quality, consistently presented food for the hotel's restaurant, grab and go, room service, and catered events, following recipes, brand standards, and food safety rules. The Cook works as part of the kitchen team to deliver a great guest dining experience. This position reports to the Chef/Food and Beverage Manager.
Essential Duties
- Set up and stock the assigned station, and prepare food according to recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
- Prepare and cook menu items, including breakfast and other hot and cold foods, using ovens, stoves, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment.
- Handle multiple orders at the same time, and send out food in a timely manner.
- Inspect food for quality and temperature before it leaves the kitchen.
- Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, washing, measuring, and storing food.
- Follow all food handling, labeling, storage, and sanitation procedures, including temperature logs.
- Keep the station, equipment, and kitchen clean and organized, and report maintenance needs or equipment problems.
- Receive and store deliveries, rotate stock, and tell the supervisor when supplies are low.
- Know the menu, ingredients, and common food allergens, and respond to special dietary requests safely.
- Work as a team with kitchen, service, and other hotel staff, and perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- At least 1 year of kitchen experience as a cook or line cook preferred. Hotel or banquet experience a plus.
- California Food Handler Card required within 30 days of hire.
- Knowledge of basic cooking methods, knife skills, and food safety.
- Ability to work quickly, follow recipes, and stay organized in a busy kitchen.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate well enough to follow recipes and orders, read labels, and work with team members.
- Positive attitude, attention to detail, and a team attitude.
- Reliable attendance and flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts, as hotels operate every day.
Physical Demands
Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to stand and walk for an entire shift, work in hot and cold kitchen environments, and frequently bend, stoop, and lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds. Regular work near hot surfaces and moving equipment is required.
Schedule
Full Time.
Pay and Benefits
Pay: $19.00 to $20.00 per hour.
Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability and life insurance, flexible schedule, paid time off, and hotel room discounts.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Aloft Silicon Valley is an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation is available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.