Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.00 - $23.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Insurance enrollment
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
401(k) enrollment
Hotel and travel discounts
Professional Development
promotion opportunities
Job Description
First Hospitality is a well-established hotel development, investment, and management company founded in 1985 and headquartered in Chicago. Known for its forward-thinking approach, First Hospitality prides itself on creating value through excellence and a willingness to explore innovative ways of operating within the hospitality industry. The company has built a reputation for managing a diverse portfolio of hotels while prioritizing high standards, quality guest experiences, and sustainable business practices. At its core, First Hospitality is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that respects and values employee diversity, promoting collaboration, flexibility, and fairness across all levels of the organization. This commitment... Show More
Job Requirements
- Relevant experience or training demonstrated via degree or certificate completion of apprenticeship or other experience necessary to become trained as a highly skilled professional cook
- Hotel experience preferred
- Ability to stand and prepare and cook food for prolonged periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds at times
- Ability to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold
Job Qualifications
- Relevant experience or training demonstrated via degree or certificate completion of apprenticeship or experience necessary to become trained as a highly skilled professional cook
- Hotel experience preferred
- Experience managing kitchen staff and operations
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations in food service
- Strong organizational and leadership skills
- Ability to create and adjust menus based on trends and cost management
Job Duties
- Oversees the operations of the kitchen and back-of-house ensuring that food is prepared safely efficiently and according to specifications or request
- Ensures kitchen runs in accordance with all applicable health safety and hygiene codes and standards
- Creates and modifies the restaurant's menu based on food trends food costs patron requests and seasonal availability
- Oversees stocking ordering and purchasing of ingredients ensuring that necessary ingredients are available and as fresh as possible while also minimizing spoilage and waste
- Maintains and inspects kitchen equipment and utensils recommending repairs or replacements as needed
- Maintains kitchen budget
- Sets prices for food items on the menu
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- Trains and/or oversees training of kitchen staff
- Schedules kitchen staff assigning roles based on experience and skills
- Supervises work product from kitchen and back-of-house staff
- Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive
- Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with hotel policy
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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