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The Renaissance Austin Hotel, located at 9721 Arboretum Blvd in Austin, Texas, is a distinguished establishment known for delivering exceptional hospitality experiences in the heart of Austin. As part of the Marriott International portfolio, Renaissance Hotels are renowned for their dedication to unique guest experiences, innovative culinary offerings, and vibrant atmosphere. The Austin location embodies these qualities, offering guests a blend of modern luxury and local cultural influences. This full-time position is based on-site, emphasizing hands-on involvement in the hotel’s Food and Beverage & Culinary operations.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about food preparation and culinary arts, seeking a non-management position that offers stability with an hourly wage of $22.54. The position involves preparing special meals and substitute items, regulating the temperature of various cooking appliances such as ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters, and ensuring food is thawed appropriately from freezer storage. A significant aspect of the role is focused on maintaining food quality, portion control, proper arrangement, and attractive garnishing to meet the high standards expected by Renaissance Hotels. In addition, the role necessitates maintaining food logs and effectively communicating with the Chef and Food & Beverage service staff about menu specials, stock status, and any assistance needed during peak periods.

The position requires a thorough understanding of food preparation according to recipes, quality standards, presentation guidelines, and established food preparation checklists. Preparing cold foods is also part of the responsibilities, highlighting the diversity of culinary tasks involved. Although the role is primarily operative, it carries some responsibility in supporting management with staffing needs, such as assisting in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and coaching employees. Serving as a role model in the kitchen environment is emphasized, alongside adherence to company safety and security policies.

Employees in this role are expected to maintain a professional appearance and uphold confidentiality regarding proprietary information, while also protecting company assets. Guest service needs are a priority, requiring clear and professional communication skills, positive colleague relationships, and a readiness to support the team to achieve collective goals. Physical demands include standing, sitting, or walking for extended periods, as well as performing physical tasks such as bending, twisting, pulling, stooping, and moving objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance. The role also requires compliance with safety training, reporting any hazards, and addressing maintenance needs promptly.

Overall, this role combines hands-on culinary expertise with teamwork and operational support duties, suitable for individuals with a minimum of three years of related work experience and a background from a technical, trade, or vocational school. While no formal supervisory experience or licensing is required, the role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a prestigious hotel brand while honing culinary skills and workplace collaboration.