Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Vacation Time
Paid holidays
Retirement Plan
travel benefits

Job Description

Kindred Table operates as a distinguished restaurant within the Crowne Plaza Lansing hotel, famed for its commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences. The establishment strives to provide a warm and inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy thoughtfully prepared meals made from high-quality ingredients. Part of the renowned Crowne Plaza brand, the restaurant benefits from extensive hospitality expertise and global standards, making it a fantastic place for culinary professionals seeking growth in a dynamic, guest-focused environment. This synergy allows Kindred Table to uphold high standards of food quality, safety, and service to meet diverse dining needs and expectations.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for culinary enthusiasts to join a well-organized and supportive team that values both quality and efficiency in kitchen operations. Employed as part of a reputable hotel chain, this role involves preparing and delivering outstanding meals for both restaurant service and special hotel events. Emphasis is placed on maintaining consistency in food quality, adhering to sanitation standards, and enhancing the overall culinary experience. This is a full-time position, offering a variety of valuable benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plan options, and travel benefits at IHG Hotels and Resorts worldwide.

The daily responsibilities encompass preparing meals to exacting standards and facilitating the smooth functioning of all kitchen activities. Employees enjoy a supportive environment with ongoing opportunities for training and development, helping them to refine their culinary skills and expand their professional repertoire. Team members are encouraged to engage warmly with guests and colleagues through proactive communication and teamwork, fostering a positive work culture.

The role requires proficiency in cooking techniques, including making soups, sauces, proteins, and buffet displays, coupled with timely service to enhance guest satisfaction. Additionally, candidates should be capable of managing food safety compliance and sanitation standards rigorously. The ideal candidate should also demonstrate flexibility, as the hospitality industry’s pace demands working varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Physical stamina is essential due to the nature of kitchen work, which involves standing for extended periods, handling kitchen equipment, and moving heavy items safely. Overall, this position offers a well-rounded career opportunity for those passionate about the culinary arts, eager to contribute to a reputable restaurant and hotel environment with upward mobility potential.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to cook food to order
  • Ability to produce soups, sauces, proteins, cut vegetables and fruits, and create displays for buffets
  • Meet time standards to ensure guest satisfaction
  • Communication skills, written and verbal, in the primary language(s) used in the workplace
  • Basic technology and computational skills
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including, nights, weekends and/or holidays
  • Ability to read and follow recipes
  • Ability to navigate and use necessary software and applications
  • Ability to perceive and detect uncleanliness and soiled surfaces
  • Knowledge of, or ability to learn basic food safety practices and abide by them
  • Efficient knife skills and ability to prepare food using the necessary equipment
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure
  • Must be able to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours in limited space
  • Ability to position self to fulfill cleaning duties and use required equipment
  • Frequently requires transporting or lifting items weighing up to 75 pounds, and maneuvering carts and equipment weighing up to 200 pounds on a regular and continuing basis
  • Ability to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10 F) and kitchens (+110 F)
  • A high school or equivalent education is preferred
  • Minimum of six months of prior culinary experience is required
  • Ability to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Minimum of six months of prior culinary experience
  • Ability to cook food to order
  • Ability to produce soups, sauces, proteins, cut vegetables and fruits, and create displays for buffets
  • Communication skills, written and verbal, in the primary language(s) used in the workplace
  • Basic technology and computational skills
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Ability to read and follow recipes
  • Ability to navigate and use necessary software and applications
  • Knowledge of, or ability to learn, basic food safety practices and abide by them
  • Efficient knife skills and ability to prepare food using the necessary equipment
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure

Job Duties

  • Prepare and produce all meals for guests and events held in the restaurant, Kindred Table
  • Maintain safety and sanitation standards in accordance with local and state laws, as well as Hotel standards and expectations
  • Uphold a high-quality standard of food
  • Ensure expired product is discarded
  • Ensure the refrigerators are stocked and in working order
  • Prep as needed to ensure smooth and efficient service
  • Complete daily cleaning tasks
  • Assist with all culinary needs and steward functions as necessary
  • Engage with guests and fellow associates using D.A.R.E to connect behaviors

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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