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Loews Hotels & Co

Garde Manger Cook I

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.50 - $18.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
meal discounts

Job Description

Loews Hotels & Co has established a notable presence in Kansas City, Missouri, with the grand opening of the Loews Kansas City Hotel. This prominent 800-room luxury hotel is a key addition to the city's vibrant downtown area, offering both guests and locals a sophisticated and modern accommodation option. The hotel boasts an impressive 60,000 square feet of meeting and function space, making it a prime destination for conferences, business meetings, and special events. Its unique design features an all-glass facade spanning 24 stories, enhancing the iconic skyline of Kansas City. Furthermore, the hotel offers convenient access through a sky... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • three plus years cooking experience in upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant
  • or post-secondary culinary training/certification as cook with two years hands-on experience
  • thorough knowledge of food service sanitation standards
  • thorough knowledge of standard kitchen equipment and its use
  • ability to stand, stoop, bend
  • lift and carry up to 50 pounds
  • ability to read, write and speak English
  • ability to work flexible schedule including weekends and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • three plus years cooking experience in upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant
  • or post-secondary culinary training/certification as cook with two years hands-on experience
  • thorough knowledge of food service sanitation standards
  • thorough knowledge of standard kitchen equipment and its use
  • ability to stand, stoop, bend
  • lift and carry up to 50 pounds
  • ability to read, write and speak English
  • ability to work flexible schedule including weekends and holidays

Job Duties

  • Oversees preparation and production of all cold food items
  • supervises Pantry/Prep personnel
  • supervises, sets up and organizes work area with all necessary supplies and equipment
  • oversees, receives, inspects, rotates all food products to ensure quality
  • supervises preparation and storage of raw food products prior to assembly
  • ensures standardized recipes are followed
  • assists Pantry/Preparation personnel with duties as needed
  • monitors plating of cold foods to ensure presentation standards
  • uses kitchen equipment safely
  • notifies supervisor of equipment malfunctions or hazards
  • returns utensils to pot wash area and informs steward of hot items
  • cleans and breaks down work area at end of shift
  • ensures closing side work is complete and kitchen is secure
  • performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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