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Job Summary











A line-Cook is responsible for preparing / cooking all food items based on standardized recipes for the Corporate HQ outlet Banquets/Catering in meeting rooms and Executive Lounge while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product. He/she is also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness sanitation and safety in the kitchen and work areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio.







Responsibilities







QUALIFICATIONS:









+ High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.



+ Food Handlers Certification (must comply with State requirements)



+ Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.



+ Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.



+ Must work well in stressful high pressure situations.



+ Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.





JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:









+ Approach all encounters with guests and associates in a friendly service-oriented manner.



+ Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality standards as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.



+ Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards).



+ Comply at all times with Aimbridge Hospitality standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.



+ Comply with certification requirements as applicable to position to include Food Handlers Safety etc.



+ Maintain a friendly and warm demeanor at all times.



+ Have thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required according to hotel standards.



+ Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas.



+ Complete necessary food and station preparations prior to opening of the Restaurant/Dining Outlet or Cafe in order to ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently during the operating hours.



+ Prepare and display buffet food items according to Aimbridge Hospitality standards.



+ Maintain post on kitchen line as required during the operating hours in order to prepare food to order maintaining the highest standards of efficiency productivity and quality.



+ Prepare food for Banquets as required following specifications of Banquet Event Orders.



+ Prepare and service food for Associate Cafeteria as specified by the restaurant leadership.



+ Prepare all foods following Aimbridge Hospitality standard recipes.



+ Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the restaurant leadership.



+ Breakdown buffets and kitchen line storing food and equipment properly at the end of each meal period.



+ Work banquet food station as scheduled by restaurant leadership.



+ Know the location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment.



+ Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible injury to self or other associates.



+ Be familiar with all hotel policies and house rules.



+ Be familiar with hotel's emergency procedures.



+ Use Production Charts as specified by Aimbridge Hospitality standards.



+ Associates must at all times be attentive friendly helpful and courteous to guests managers and other associates.



+ Be able to operate and maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment.



+ Maintain the "Clean As You Go" policy.



+ Assist in storage and rotation of food items according to hotel procedures.



+ Sign keys out and back in under supervision as needed.



+ Attend meetings as required by management.



+ Perform any other duties as requested by management.



+ Interact and occasionally have unsupervised contact with guests and/or colleagues



+ Maintain a high level of trust and responsibility



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