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Casa Don Alfonso, located within The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis in Clayton, Missouri, is an esteemed dining establishment known for its exceptional culinary offerings and commitment to delivering a luxurious guest experience. The Ritz-Carlton brand is synonymous with world-class service and unparalleled hospitality, creating an environment where guests feel valued and cared for at every touchpoint. As part of Marriott International, a global leader with over 100 award-winning properties worldwide, this restaurant exemplifies the highest standards of quality, professionalism, and guest satisfaction in the food and beverage sector. With a focus on innovation, consistency, and cultural diversity, Casa Don Alfonso stands out as a destination for guests seeking a remarkable dining experience that blends excellence in cuisine with impeccable service.

Joining Casa Don Alfonso means becoming part of a celebrated team dedicated to the art of culinary mastery and luxury hospitality. This full-time, non-management position offers an hourly wage of $23.25 and provides a unique opportunity for culinary professionals to refine their skills while contributing to an esteemed restaurant operation. The role is instrumental in maintaining the esteemed reputation of The Ritz-Carlton by ensuring all food preparation and presentation meet rigorous quality and safety standards.

The position involves preparing specialized meals and substitutions, managing various cooking equipment temperatures such as ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters, and carefully monitoring food quality and quantity. Responsibilities include pulling food from freezer storage to thaw in refrigerators, regulating portions and garnishing to meet aesthetic standards, and maintaining precise food logs to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations. Effective communication with chefs and food and beverage staff about specials, stock levels, and guest needs is essential to provide seamless service during busy periods. This role requires keen attention to detail in following recipes and preparation checklists to guarantee consistency and excellence in every dish served.

Employees in this role will also assist management with a variety of human resource functions such as hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, and motivating staff. Serving as a role model and embodying the core values of teamwork and professionalism is crucial to fostering a positive work environment. Compliance with company safety and security policies is mandatory, alongside reporting any maintenance issues, accidents, or unsafe conditions promptly. Personal appearance and uniform standards must be maintained, and confidentiality regarding proprietary information is upheld to protect company interests.

Supporting the overall guest experience is a fundamental aspect of this job, requiring employees to anticipate and address service needs proactively and communicate effectively and courteously with guests and team members. Physical stamina is necessary as the work may involve extended periods of standing, sitting, or walking, as well as activities requiring bending, twisting, lifting objects up to 25 pounds, and other physical motions.

The Ritz-Carlton’s Gold Standards form the foundation of the workplace culture, guiding employees to excellence through principles such as the Employee Promise, Credo, and Service Values. These standards foster an empowering and inclusive environment where creativity, thoughtfulness, and compassion are encouraged to flourish. By joining The Ritz-Carlton and Casa Don Alfonso, you become part of a prestigious network that values diversity and promotes equal opportunity. Here, your work not only contributes to exceptional guest experiences but also helps you grow professionally and personally. Embracing this role means being part of a world-renowned luxury hospitality brand where pride in your work and your team is a daily commitment and where you can truly be your best self.