Cook III

Philadelphia, PA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Uniform allowance

Job Description

Located in the nation’s first skyscraper, Loews Philadelphia Hotel is a distinguished establishment that seamlessly combines rich historical significance with modern-day sophistication. This iconic hotel is situated in the heart of Philadelphia, a city that boasts a dynamic and expanding skyline, a thriving arts scene, and a vibrant cultural atmosphere. The hotel’s unique setting provides guests and employees alike with an enriching experience that blends the charm of the past with the conveniences and luxuries of the present. Loews Philadelphia Hotel caters to both leisure and business travelers who seek exceptional service, comfort, and style amid the city’s diverse cultural... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
one year cooking experience in an upscale, high volume hotel or restaurant or post secondary culinary training or certification as cook
knowledge of food service sanitation standards
understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use
physical ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift and carry up to 35 pounds
ability to read, write and speak English
availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays

Job Qualifications

High school diploma, or its equivalent
one year cooking experience in upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or post secondary culinary training/certification as cook from a recognized culinary training school
thorough knowledge and understanding of food service sanitation standards
thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use
ability to stand, stoop, bend
lift and carry up to 35 pounds
ability to read, write and speak English
ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays

Job Duties

Sets up and organizes work area with all necessary supplies and equipment
receives, inspects, rotates all food products to ensure fresh, high quality ingredients are used
prepares and stores raw food products properly
follows standardized recipes in the preparation and cooking of menu items
adheres to established portion control guidelines, minimizes waste
plates foods according to established plating/presentation guidelines
monitors finished product waiting to ensure food is served promptly, notifies supervisor of any delays in service
ensures that a quality product is prepared and served in a timely manner
follows all Governmental Food Sanitation Standards at all times
monitors refrigeration and holding temperatures, cleans and sanitizes work surfaces, washes hands frequently
uses knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders and all other equipment in a safe manner according to the manufactures recommendations
notifies supervisor of any equipment malfunction or safety hazard immediately
provides steward with timely notification of need for clean dishes, pots, pans etc.
returns utensils to pot wash area, informs steward of any hot items
cleans and breaks down work area, returns all unused ingredients to proper storage at end of shift
ensures that all closing side work is complete, cooking equipment is turned off and kitchen is secure at end of shift
other duties as assigned
promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times
notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or areas of concern
is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow employees
executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
complies with required safety regulations and procedures
attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
recycles whenever possible
remains current with hotel information and changes
complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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