Detroit Foundation Hotel

Apparatus Room (AM) Line Cook (Up to $20/hr)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Discounted dining
discounted room rates
401k
Employee assistance program
Pet insurance

Job Description

The Detroit Foundation Hotel, managed by Aparium Hospitality Group, offers a unique boutique hotel experience that blends the vibrant history of Detroit with modern hospitality excellence. Housed in the historic Detroit Fire Department Headquarters, this 100-room independent hotel represents the city's renaissance with thoughtful design and locally inspired amenities. Their ground-floor restaurant, The Apparatus Room, showcases authentic Detroit flavors by partnering with local distillers, brewers, farmers, and purveyors. Aparium Hospitality Group, founded in 2011, is committed to delivering memorable guest experiences with a focus on People, Place, and Character. This commitment ensures the hotel honors the diverse communities it operates... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Passion for culinary arts
  • Experience in a range of cuisines
  • Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as an entry-level cook or higher
  • Demonstrated knowledge of food safety guidelines and requirements
  • ServSafe Certificate of Completion or completion within 30 days of hire
  • Introductory skills in Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Adaptable interpersonal communication skills
  • Conversational proficiency of the English language
  • Ability to calculate basic math principles
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment for extended periods
  • Ability to lift, balance and carry up to 25 lbs.
  • Ability to lift, balance and carry (with assistance) up to 100 lbs.
  • Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods

Job Qualifications

  • Passion for culinary arts, experience in a range of cuisines
  • Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as an entry-level cook or higher
  • Demonstrated knowledge of food safety guidelines and requirements
  • ServSafe Certificate of Completion or completed within 30 days of hire required
  • Introductory skills in Microsoft Excel and Word to create and adjust spreadsheets, cleaning lists, and prep guides
  • Adaptable interpersonal communication skills to address fellow associates at all levels
  • Conversational proficiency of the English language in reading, writing, and verbal communication
  • Ability to calculate basic math principles to meet proper menu ingredients and perform inventory

Job Duties

  • Uphold and role model the company’s principles of People, Place, and Character, while embodying our values that drive collaboration, intuitive service, and translocal hospitality
  • Collaborate with culinary leadership, demonstrating a united front as a team committed to providing the best possible guest experience
  • Take pride in the food you prepare for guests, adhering to thoughtfully created recipes, presentation standards, and guest preferences
  • Work in an organized fashion with the utmost respect for your ingredients, equipment, and workspace
  • Demonstrate a professional sense of urgency while simultaneously being mindful of technique, to provide an amazing guest experience through the food you create
  • Possess a basic understanding of culinary skills, striving to learn more through the constant scientific study of your craft
  • Foster open lines of communication within the department by actively participating in daily line ups and quarterly culinary all staff meetings, maintaining a transparent dialogue among the team to voice ideas and concerns, while course-correcting any missed opportunities
  • Actively participate in feedback sessions with culinary leadership to further develop your skillset
  • Observe conditions of all physical facilities and equipment in the culinary operation, reporting anything substandard to the Chef, Sous Chefs, and/or engineering department to make corrections and improvements as needed
  • Maintain regular communication with the culinary leadership team to ensure alignment on priorities, understanding that flexibility with your responsibilities is paramount to support a successful operation

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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