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Tournade Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $20.25 - $26.20
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
meal benefits
transportation benefits
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Company paid life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee assistance program
training and career growth opportunities
Referral program

Job Description

HMSHost is a renowned global hospitality company specializing in the food and beverage industry, particularly in travel venues such as airports, motorways, and various other high-traffic locations. With decades of experience, HMSHost has established itself as a leader in providing exceptional dining services to travelers worldwide. The company prides itself on its commitment to quality, service excellence, and innovation in creating memorable dining experiences for its customers. HMSHost operates an extensive network of restaurants and food service outlets, encompassing a wide range of culinary styles and concepts to cater to the diverse tastes of global travelers. The company values its workforce deeply, promoting a culture of respect, teamwork, and professional growth. HMSHost is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to achieve their full potential. Their comprehensive benefits package and emphasis on career development reflect their focus on employee satisfaction and retention.

The role of a Tournade Cook at HMSHost is pivotal in maintaining the high standards of food quality and customer service that the company is known for. This position involves coordinating food production, preparation, and presentation across various food stations, ensuring that every dish served meets the quality expectations of both the customer and the company standards. As a Tournade Cook, you will not only be responsible for cooking but also for managing food output in coordination with other kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the work environment, and adhering strictly to HACCP and other food safety standards. This role demands a versatile cook who can adapt quickly to changes in menu items and cooking techniques, teach cooking principles to colleagues, and effectively communicate with customers to enhance their dining experience. This position is typically non-exempt and reports to management staff such as the Manager, Assistant Manager, or Operations Director. Salaries for this role range from $20.25 to $26.20 per hour, reflecting the company's competitive pay rates for skilled culinary professionals. HMSHost offers this role as a full-time opportunity with various benefits aimed at supporting the employee's well-being and career progression. By joining HMSHost, the Tournade Cook becomes part of a large and supportive community that views their role not only as a job but as a valuable contribution to the travel and hospitality industry, helping travelers feel good on the move.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 3-4 years of closely related cooking experience in a high-volume casual dining restaurant environment
  • Advanced food knowledge pertaining to soups, sauces and pantry
  • Excellent knife cutting skills
  • Knowledge of dry and moist cooking principles
  • Food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standards
  • Working knowledge of kitchen equipment including grill, fryer, slicers, and ovens
  • Skills in handling organic and specialty ingredients and quality control
  • Ability to adapt to changes in new menu items and cooking techniques
  • Ability to teach basic food and kitchen principles related to food handling, systems, controls and safety
  • Ability to train second and third cooks in all aspects of back of house operations
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and heavy volume under time constraints
  • Working knowledge of weights, measures and various cooking techniques
  • Skills to organize kitchen work areas including cooks' service line and preparation
  • Good communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, correspondence and policy documents professionally
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
  • Ability to lift and move up to 40 lbs
  • Ability to bend, twist and stand for extended periods
  • Comfortable working with water and chemical solutions
  • Experience working in hot environments

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3-4 years of closely related cooking experience in a high-volume casual dining restaurant environment
  • Advanced food knowledge pertaining to soups, sauces and pantry
  • Excellent knife cutting skills
  • Knowledge of dry and moist cooking principles
  • Food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standards
  • Working knowledge of kitchen equipment including grill, fryer, slicers, and ovens
  • Skills in handling organic and specialty ingredients and quality control
  • Ability to adapt to changes in new menu items and cooking techniques
  • Ability to teach basic food and kitchen principles related to food handling, systems, controls and safety
  • Ability to train second and third cooks in all aspects of back of house operations
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and heavy volume under time constraints
  • Working knowledge of weights, measures and various cooking techniques
  • Skills to organize kitchen work areas including cooks' service line and preparation
  • Good communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, correspondence and policy documents professionally
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
  • Ability to lift and move up to 40 lbs
  • Ability to bend, twist and stand for extended periods
  • Comfortable working with water and chemical solutions
  • Experience working in hot environments

Job Duties

  • Follow and give instructions for recipes and product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving and serving food items including soups, meats, vegetables, desserts and other food products
  • Taste products, follow menus, estimate food requirements, check production and keep records for planning and requisitioning supplies and equipment
  • Handle organic and specialty ingredients
  • Speak professionally and courteously with customers regarding the product and brand
  • Maintain quality control for all products including monitoring freshness daily
  • Acquire an in-depth understanding of ingredient specifications and seasonal variability
  • Coordinate food output with other cooks
  • Clean and sanitize work stations and equipment
  • Practice excellent food safety and sanitation in compliance with HACCP standards
  • Operate a variety of kitchen equipment
  • Measure and mix ingredients
  • Wash, peel, cut and shred fruits and vegetables
  • Stock, date, rotate and check temperature of products
  • Fully understand the menu, ingredients and nutritional content and communicate this information clearly to customers
  • Receive, stock, move and lift food and beverage products and supplies
  • Comply with HMSHost, franchise policies and applicable regulatory agency rules

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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