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The Ritz-Carlton, a prestigious luxury hotel brand under the Marriott International portfolio, is known worldwide for providing exceptional hospitality experiences. With more than 100 award-winning hotels globally, The Ritz-Carlton represents the gold standard in luxury service, setting the bar high for guest satisfaction and memorable stays. At The Ritz-Carlton, the culture is centered around kindness, excellence, and a commitment to making every day better than the last. The brand's foundation lies in the "Gold Standards" which include the employee promise, credo, and service values, designed to empower staff to be creative, compassionate, and attentive in their roles.

This opportunity is for a full-time, non-management Food and Beverage professional based in Irving, Texas. The position focuses on food preparation and quality control within the restaurant. The role entails preparing special meals or replacing food products, regulating the temperature of ovens, grills, and broilers, and ensuring that food portions and garnishing are accurate. Responsibilities also include thawing frozen food safely, maintaining food records, monitoring food quality and quantity, and communicating with kitchen management regarding surplus food items for daily specials.

Safety and cleanliness are crucial elements of the role, requiring adherence to company policies and safety protocols, reporting accidents or unsafe conditions, and ensuring a professional appearance at all times. The team member will support and assist during busy periods and maintain open communication with food and beverage staff concerning rejected items and available specials. Collaboration with colleagues and fostering positive work relationships is essential, as is anticipating and meeting guest service needs with professionalism.

Candidates will assist in food preparation according to recipes and quality standards, including the preparation of cold dishes. While supervisory experience is not mandatory, there is an expectation to support management in various employee-related tasks such as training, scheduling, evaluation, and motivating teammates by leading through example. The role demands physical stamina including standing, sitting, walking, bending, twisting, and lifting items up to 25 pounds as part of routine duties.

Joining The Ritz-Carlton means becoming part of a global luxury brand with a reputation for excellence and a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. The company emphasizes professional growth and the chance to be proud of your work and your team. This position offers the chance to contribute to a respected hospitality brand while developing personally and professionally in a positive work environment.