Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $33.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Job Description
Loews Regency New York Hotel is a distinguished luxury hotel located in the heart of midtown Manhattan, renowned for its blend of iconic Art Deco design and modern amenities. With over 50 years of service expertise, the hotel has built a legacy of delivering an unparalleled guest experience, characterized by elegance, comfort, and exceptional service standards. Guests at Loews Regency enjoy a sophisticated ambiance complemented by expertly performed hospitality that caters to both leisure and business travelers. The hotel’s prime Park Avenue location places it within easy reach of New York City’s premier attractions, shopping, dining, and cultural venues, positioning... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or its equivalent
- post secondary culinary training/certification as cook from a recognized culinary training school
- one year experience cooking in an upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or equivalent
- thorough knowledge and understanding of food service sanitation standards
- thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use
- ability to stand, stoop, bend
- lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- ability to read, write and speak English
- ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays
Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma or its equivalent
- post secondary culinary training/certification as cook from a recognized culinary training school plus one year experience cooking in an upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or equivalent
- thorough knowledge and understanding of food service sanitation standards
- thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use
- ability to stand, stoop, bend
- lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- ability to read, write and speak English
- ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays
Job Duties
- Sets up and organizes work area with all necessary supplies and equipment
- receives, inspects, rotates all food products to ensure fresh, high quality ingredients are used
- prepares and stores raw food products properly
- follows standardized recipes in the preparation and cooking of menu items
- adheres to established portion control guidelines, minimizes waste
- plates cold foods according to established plating/presentation guidelines
- monitors finished product to ensure food is served promptly, notifies supervisor of any delays in service
- ensures that a quality product is prepared and served in a timely manner
- follows all Governmental Food Sanitation Standards at all times
- monitors refrigeration and holding temperatures, cleans and sanitizes work surfaces, washes hands frequently
- uses knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders and all other equipment in a safe manner according to the manufactures recommendations
- notifies Supervisor of and equipment malfunction or safety hazard immediately
- provides Steward with timely notification of need for clean dishes, pots, pans etc.
- returns cooking utensils to pot wash area, informs Steward of any HOT items
- cleans and breaks down work area, returns all unused ingredients to proper storage at end of shift
- ensures that all closing side work is complete, cooking equipment is turned off and kitchen is secure at end of shift
- other duties as assigned
- promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times
- notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or areas of concern
- is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow employees
- executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
- complies with required safety regulations and procedures
- attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
- maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
- complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
- recycles whenever possible
- remains current with hotel information and changes
- complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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