Cook - DoubleTree Midland West

Midland, TX, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $13.75 - $18.50

Benefits

Career growth support

Paid Time Off

flexible scheduling

Collaborative environment

Training and Development

Job Description

Our company is a distinguished leader in the lifestyle, boutique hotel and restaurant industry, known for its commitment to elevating the guest experience through exceptional food and beverage offerings. We pride ourselves on delivering not just meals but memorable sensory experiences that complement the luxury and uniqueness of our hotels. Our mission is to craft environments where guests can create lasting memories, enjoy personalized and thoughtful service, and feel truly valued from the moment they arrive. The atmosphere we cultivate is one where innovation and passion meet, and employees are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work and strive for excellence. We believe that our curators—the talented individuals on our team—are the cornerstone of our success, prioritizing people and guest satisfaction above all. Being part of our team means you are empowered to exercise creativity, collaborate effectively, and contribute to a dining experience that engages all five senses. Innovation is at the heart of what we do, and as such, we support and invest in the career growth and development of our staff, ensuring they have the tools and opportunities to flourish within our organization.

This particular role focuses on food preparation within our kitchen operations and is integral to maintaining the high standards our guests expect. The position involves preparing various foods for breakfast, lunch, or dinner at assigned kitchen stations, ensuring all work is carried out in alignment with the company’s rigorous standards for quality, safety, and sanitation. This is a hands-on role that requires dedication and precision, from setting up and breaking down workstations to following detailed recipes and portion controls. The ideal candidate will be skilled in a range of cooking techniques including roasting, broiling, baking, frying, steaming, and stewing meats, fish, and poultry. Additionally, this role demands strict adherence to safety guidelines when operating kitchen equipment to prevent injury and maintain functionality. The food preparer is also responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organization in their work and storage areas, participating actively in waste control, and supporting cost efficiency efforts. Communication and teamwork are essential, as the role involves close collaboration with co-workers and management, always fostering mutual respect and a cooperative spirit. This position may also require flexibility in scheduling, including availability for nights, weekends, and overtime, depending on business needs. Ultimately, this role is pivotal in delivering an exceptional culinary experience that reflects the essence of our brand and meets the expectations of our discerning guests.

Job Requirements

Ability to read, write and make mathematical calculations
Ability to work from and maintain production records and follows recipes
Ability to weigh and measure ingredients
Ability to maintain food quality no matter what the business and staffing level
Ability to adapt to change, new situations, changes in staffing and procedures
Ability to absorb a large amount of information in a short period of time
Good, safe knife and equipment skills
Work well without supervision, motivates others, shows initiative and desires to get things done
May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or overtime
Previous experience in a fast-paced kitchen preferred

Job Qualifications

Ability to read, write and make mathematical calculations
Ability to work from and maintain production records and follows recipes
Ability to weigh and measure ingredients
Ability to maintain food quality no matter what the business and staffing level
Ability to adapt to change, new situations, changes in staffing and procedures
Ability to absorb a large amount of information in a short period of time
Good, safe knife and equipment skills
Work well without supervision, motivates others, shows initiative and desires to get things done

Job Duties

Sets up, clears and breaks down work station
Follows written and oral instructions regarding menus and standardized recipes
Prepares selected food as directed in accordance with portion sizes and quality standards
Prepares a wide variety of menu items such as roasting, broiling, baking, frying, steaming and stewing meat, fish and poultry
Utilizes a variety of kitchen equipment including small and large pieces
Follows safety procedures regarding the operation of equipment to avoid personal injury and damage to the equipment
Cleans working and storage areas, tools, equipment and floors as needed
Disassembles and assembles component parts and accessories for cleaning kitchen equipment
Identifies hazards and assesses risks associated with foods
Reports any hazards, risks, or maintenance problems to Manager as they occur
Maintains and develops teamwork and open lines of communication with coworkers and supervisors
Treats Manager and coworkers with professional respect
Controls waste and maintain food cost
Maintains all sanitation requirements including product rotation, temperature maintenance, and storage procedures, cooling requirements, and handling techniques
Maintains all policies and procedures as trained for food preparation
Continually and properly trains and re-trains in all areas of food preparation, safety, and sanitation
Responds professionally to all questions and requests
Provides customers with the highest level of care and excellent service
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of the Manager
Tasks and responsibilities may be added or revised based on the volume of business and the need for the work to be completed at the present time