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Cook - Dinner- Hyatt Place- Eugene

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.00 - $16.25
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

competitive pay
flexible scheduling
Career Development
Paid Time Off
health benefits
Travel Industry Discounts

Job Description

Merete is a dynamic and forward-thinking company that positions itself as more than just a typical employer. It is a place where employees can unlock their potential and build a meaningful career path. Known for its commitment to creating a supportive and welcoming workplace, Merete stands out in the travel and hospitality industry by fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. The company emphasizes recognizing and overcoming bias and values associates from all backgrounds and experiences, which enables it to serve guests, employees, and the wider community better. Merete offers a variety of benefits to its employees, such as competitive pay, flexible scheduling, career development opportunities, paid time off, health benefits, and exclusive discounts related to the travel industry. It strongly adheres to equal employment opportunities, ensuring a nondiscriminatory hiring process based on protected characteristics, including veteran status, disability, race, religion, gender identity, and more.

The available role of Cook at Merete is essential in maintaining the brand's high standards in food quality and guest service. This position involves preparing food to order while strictly following established quality standards and food safety procedures. A successful Cook at Merete plays a critical role in food preparation areas, contributing to the overall guest experience with attention to detail from food portioning to plate presentation. The job demands regular monitoring of food quality and consistency, adherence to food sanitation, and sanitary handling protocols while maintaining reliability and punctuality. In addition to physical tasks like lifting, walking, and working with kitchen equipment, this position requires teamwork, positive conduct, and consistent communication with management and peers. The Cook helps uphold Merete's reputation by ensuring all meals meet the company's exacting brand specifics, contributing to a high-level dining experience for guests.

This role is ideal for an individual who is physically active and enjoys a fast-paced kitchen environment, where maintaining safety, quality, and customer service are paramount. Merete supports career advancement within its organization, providing a pathway for cooks to develop professionally and grow within the hospitality sector. Overall, this Cook position offers not just employment but an opportunity to become an integral part of a company dedicated to its employees' success and guest satisfaction.

Job Requirements

  • Must possess or be able to obtain Food Handlers card
  • must possess or be able to obtain OLCC permit
  • financial transaction handling experience
  • must pass criminal background check
  • regular and reliable attendance and punctuality
  • physically able to lift and carry food trays and related containers (5-75 lbs frequently, max 100 lbs)

Job Qualifications

  • Must possess or be able to obtain Food Handlers card
  • must possess or be able to obtain OLCC permit
  • financial transaction handling experience
  • ability to communicate with team members and management effectively
  • excellent customer service skill
  • ability to follow all safety procedures
  • ability to maintain and exceed hotel brand standard in food and beverage product and quality

Job Duties

  • Set up, restock, maintain, and clean food preparation areas
  • monitor the quality and consistency of all food served
  • prepare food in accordance with working menus and hotel brand specifics
  • display knowledge in and follow at all times sanitation and sanitary food handling
  • responsible for food quality control and proper plate presentation on all meals
  • responsible for food portioning in accordance with hotel brand standards
  • report all unsafe conditions immediately

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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