Position: Kitchen – Cook
About: AC Hotel New Orleans Bourbon/French Quarter by Marriott is a 220-room lifestyle select-service hotel located 1.5 blocks from the intersection of Canal and Bourbon Streets in the heart of New Orleans. The neo-classical building was originally constructed in 1921 and has been transformed into an institutional quality asset having undergone a $20,000,000 state-of-art conversion of the storied New Orleans Cotton Exchange Building into a sleek, European-inspired boutique hotel. At this property, you will be part of a team that values being proactive with guests and giving them a memorable experience for every stay.
Requirements: Knife skills knowledge preferably; Active state ServeSafe food handler card; Positive contributions to the team and positive morale to continue the company culture; One-Two years prior restaurant food prep experience required; Culinary degree or training desired; Prior lead or supervisory experience desired; Ability to lead others in the department by mentoring and providing training that results in staff that meets/exceeds guest expectations and provides a high level of guest satisfaction; Possess an in-depth knowledge of restaurant food preparation, professional cooking, and knife handling skills; Ability to serve needs of guests through verbal face-to-face interactions; Must demonstrate positive attitude and professional demeanor; Communication and interpersonal skills and commitment to a high level of guest satisfaction; Ability to read and interpret documents such as recipes, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English to understand instructions, safety rules, and communicate with guests; Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, team members may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. Work schedules will include working holidays, weekends, and alternate shifts; Must have a valid current Food Handlers Card or willingness and ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
Benefits: Safety equipment provided, Equal employment opportunities, Employee training and development, Team member recognition programs, Comprehensive health insurance