Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $21.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
meal discounts
Flexible work schedule
Training and Development
Job Description
Highgate Hotels is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company known for its innovative approach and expansive portfolio across major U.S. gateway markets such as New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco, and Honolulu, as well as key European cities including London, Paris, Barcelona, Vienna, and Prague. With an impressive portfolio that exceeds $10 billion in asset value and generates over $2 billion in cumulative revenues, Highgate is a formidable player in the hospitality industry. The company’s expertise spans all phases of the hospitality property lifecycle, from planning and development to recapitalization and disposition. Known for its bespoke hotel... Show More
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or equivalent
- culinary experience
- ability to work flexible hours including long shifts
- physical ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and 20 pounds frequently
- ability to stand for extended periods
- ability to withstand hot and cold temperature variations
- knowledge of hotel menu preparation standards
- proficiency in multiple cooking techniques
- understanding of herbs and spices and their usage
Job Qualifications
- high school diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or related field preferred
- culinary experience required
- flexible and able to work long hours
- able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and 20 pounds frequently
- able to stand during entire shift
- able to withstand temperature variations both hot and cold
- thorough knowledge of menus and preparation required according to hotel standards
- proficiency in cooking techniques including charbroiling, poaching, deep-frying, sauté, braising, roasting and par-cooking
- knowledge of herbs and spices and their proper use
Job Duties
- maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas
- complete necessary food and station preparation prior to the opening of the restaurant
- prepare and display buffet food items according to hotel standards
- recognize quality standards in fresh vegetables, fish, dairy, and meat products
- maintain clean and sanitary environment with knowledge of proper handling, storage, and sanitation
- prepare food for banquets following banquet event orders
- prepare and service food for the employee cafeteria as directed
- prepare all foods following hotel standard recipes
- breakdown buffets and kitchen line and store food and equipment properly
- work banquet food stations as scheduled
- know location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment
- practice safe work habits to avoid injury
- use production charts as specified by hotel standards
- support any kitchen position that needs help
- follow health department and company regulations regarding food and storage standards
- operate and maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment
- maintain a clean-as-you-go policy
- assist in storage and rotation of food items according to procedures
- sign keys out and back in under supervision as needed
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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