Experienced Breakfast Cook | Seltzer's Modern Diner

Oklahoma City, OK, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Temporary

Hourly

Internship

Consulting

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $35,537.06 - $42,403.11

Benefits

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

wellness programs

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job Description

The Omni Oklahoma City Hotel is a premier luxury convention center hotel located in the vibrant heart of downtown Oklahoma City. Boasting 605 rooms, this lavish establishment is strategically situated next to the Paycom Center, home of the OKC Thunder, and the Oklahoma Convention Center, making it an ideal choice for both business and leisure travelers. Just across from the expansive 70-acre Scissortail Park, the hotel offers guests an unparalleled blend of outdoor recreation, entertainment, and urban sophistication. With its impressive scale and amenities, the Omni Oklahoma City is the newest addition to the renowned Omni convention collection, known for... Show More

Job Requirements

Minimum 2 years culinary experience in a fast-paced kitchen
Culinary or vocational school education preferred
Ability to work various shifts including weekends and holidays
Serve Safe certification or equivalent knowledge of food safety standards
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Must live within 50 miles of the hotel

Job Qualifications

Good general knowledge and fluidity of line stations including Sauté, Grill, Pantry and Fry Station
Understanding of cooking and preparation principles such as sauté, braise, roast, poach, bake, steam
Ability to follow recipes and make basic stocks, sauces, vinaigrettes, coulis, purees and soups from scratch
Firm understanding of a la minute preparation
Minimum 2 years culinary experience in a fast-paced hotel or restaurant kitchen, fine dining preferred
Serve Safe certification preferred or good understanding of local health department requirements for safe food handling and sanitation
Basic math skills to implement recipes and measurements
Good eye/hand coordination for kitchen equipment and cutlery
Ability to work various shifts including days, nights, weekends and holidays
Professional culinary appearance, attitude, and performance
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Ability to cook most proteins to proper internal temperature per order
Some meat and seafood fabrication knowledge preferred
Good knife skills and understanding of standard knife cuts like dice or julienned
Prior experience with different cuts of beef, pork, seafood, and fish
Culinary or vocational school degree or certificate a plus
Ability to move, bend, lift, carry, push, pull objects up to 40 pounds
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods
Requires repetitive motion
Candidate must live within 50 miles of the hotel

Job Duties

Prepare and cook food and perform other related culinary functions
Demonstrate strong culinary skills and have advanced level proficiency in culinary functions
Accomplish most tasks with minimal supervision and some guidance depending on complexity and skill level
Have a solid understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
Correctly utilize and prepare food with most all products and ingredients used in the kitchen
Maintain knowledge of traditional knife skills and consistently apply such skills in the kitchen
Move/cover different stations following Omni and Chef standards
Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy
Execute soups and sauces with minimal supervision
Prioritize, organize and follow-through tasks
Work well under pressure to meet production schedules and guest order timelines
Maintain good understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
Maintain, correct and follow Eco sure and health department standards
Work with Sous Chefs to set up and stock stations with necessary supplies and prep lists
Perform opening checklist with minimal supervision
Set up workstation with required mise en place, tools, equipment and supplies according to standards
Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
Follow recipe cards and prep lists accurately
Comprehend and follow recipes
Complete opening and closing procedures
Maintain knowledge of proper use and maintenance of equipment
Ensure food quality and timing
Communicate assistance needed during busy periods to Sous Chef to ensure optimum service to guests

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