Baker's Helper

El Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel, located in Schaumburg, Illinois, is a prestigious establishment within the hospitality industry, proudly operating under the globally recognized Marriott International brand. This hotel is renowned for its commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences through a unique blend of cultural immersion, impeccable service, and a dynamic environment that reflects the spirit of the local community. With a focus on innovation and excellence, the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel stands as a prominent destination for both business and leisure travelers, offering an inviting atmosphere and a range of superior amenities.

The culinary team at this hotel is deeply valued for its role in enhancing guest satisfaction and contributing to the overall success of the property. As part of Marriott’s commitment to employee growth and learning, the hotel partners with Rouxbe Cooking School to provide culinary associates with online training opportunities designed to help advance their culinary careers. This training platform offers hundreds of visually engaging lessons that employees can immediately apply in their roles, fostering both professional development and operational excellence.

The role offered is full-time and non-management within the Food and Beverage & Culinary category, offering a competitive hourly pay range of $21.50 to $22.50. This position is ideal for someone with a base understanding of cake decorating and the ability to accurately follow and scale recipes for various portion sizes. It demands meticulous attention to food safety standards and quality, including the preparation, cooking, and presentation of food items. Candidates should be adept at preparing ingredients by portioning, chopping, and storing them appropriately prior to cooking.

In this role, associates will operate kitchen tools and appliances safely and correctly to measure, bake, and prepare meals. They are responsible for ensuring that food temperatures and kitchen equipment are at proper levels, promptly reporting any issues to management. Maintaining a clean and sanitized kitchen environment is critical, along with managing workstations efficiently and upholding all hygiene and cleaning procedures.

The position involves ongoing quality control during food preparation and portioning, adherence to company safety policies, and participation in safety training and certifications. Additionally, associates are expected to maintain a professional appearance and uphold confidentiality regarding proprietary information. Communication with teammates and guests must be clear and professional, supporting a positive work environment and teamwork aimed at meeting shared objectives.

Physical demands include moving, lifting, transporting, pushing, pulling, and positioning objects up to 25 pounds independently. The role requires the ability to work in various physical positions, such as standing, sitting, stretching above the head, and bending below the knees. The job encompasses other reasonable duties as assigned by supervisors.

Renaissance Hotels encourages diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on disability, veteran status, or any protected characteristic. The hotel offers a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support employees and their families, enhance wellness, promote career growth, and encourage new life experiences. Eligibility for these benefits may vary based on job classification, position, and location.

Joining the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel means becoming part of a vibrant, global team where you can perform your best work, fulfill your purpose, and grow both personally and professionally in a culture that values creativity, collaboration, and guest-centric service. The hotel’s atmosphere invites you to bring your unique talents and to join in delivering memorable, enriching experiences to all who visit.