Banquet Cook I

Landry's, LLC. • Houston, TX

25d • $18 - $20

About The Position

The Post Oak Hotel is seeking a Cook I to join the only Forbes Five-Star Hotel in Texas. We hire passionate and professional colleagues who genuinely delight our guests through curated and authentic experiences.
The Cook I will be responsible for preparing ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food; washing and peeling fresh fruits and vegetables; weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients.

Requirements

• Aspire to our values of being passionate, strive for excellence, remain relevant, collaborate and act with honor and integrity
• 4 years of experience working in a high-volume kitchen
• Well-rounded in all areas of the kitchen including cooking techniques, knife skills and product knowledge
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends and holidays is required
• Physical demands: Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and perform repetitive motions frequently for 8-12 hours a day
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 50-100 lbs

Nice To Haves

• Previous hotel experience, luxury or Forbes experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Set assigned station(s) with the determined amount of preparation needed in a timely manner following prep list needs
• Ensure kitchen compliance and work in a safe manner following Texas sanitation guidelines, rules and regulations while ensuring adherence to quality expectations and standards
• Follow safe work habits when working with kitchen equipment such as knives, slicer, ovens, stoves, food processors etc
• Keep workstation clean and organized at all times while keeping the station stocked for the next shift
• Properly store food at appropriate temperatures while maintaining accurate food inventories
• Proficient in food allergies and knowledgeable of food preparations for special meal requirements
• Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Maintain food logs. Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared
• Ability to prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed