Banquet Cook I

AccorHotel • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, as our new Banquet Cook l.

Requirements

• Ability to verbally communicate effectively with guests and co-workers.
• Pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, upward reaching
• Ability to read BEO
• Cooks on carving station, pasta, omelet and stir fry stations
• Ability to work all banquet functions
• Ability to cut, trim and bone meat prior to cooking
• Ability to wash, peel, cut and shred fruits and vegetable to prepare them for use
• Ability to have a positive relationship with other departments
• Ability to bake, broil, sauté and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods
• Ability to measure and mix ingredients according to recipes
• Must be able to speak and understand basic English
• Must have ability to communicate well both verbally and written in basic English
• Food Handler Card
• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs
• Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
• Performing repetitive hand and wrist movements for chopping, slicing, and stirring
• Applicants must be legally eligible to work the United States.

Responsibilities

• To produce all hot and cold food items for service in the restaurant and catering functions, ensuring that all are prepared according to Fairmont Grand Del Mar standards and specifications.
• This person maintains control charts of all food items produced and maintains a high degree of cleanliness throughout cooking area.
• Prepare food of consistent quality following Fairmont Grand Del Mar standards.
• Date all food containers and rotate per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Practice safety standards at all times.
• Cook orders as requested, including special requests.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare over estimated needs.
• Practice sanitation standards at all times. Make sure that all perishables are being kept at the proper temperatures.
• Properly portion all items on assigned station.
• Control food waste, loss and usage per SOP. Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems.
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up. Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages. Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Assist in prep work of vegetables and condiments as required for the next shift.
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Each associate is expected to carry out, within their capabilities, all reasonable requests by management.

Benefits

• Complimentary upgrades
• Extended stays
• Discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties
• Special dining and wellness discounts
• Added luxuries to enhance your experience
• Complimentary Meals: Enjoy hot meals during your shift in our staff cafeteria
• Complimentary on-site parking
• Hotel Discounts: Employee travel program with discounts on room rates at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
• Food, Spa, and Resort Discounts: Employee program with discounts on restaurants, bars and spa services at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
• Career Growth Around the World: Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Grand Del Mar and over 5,700 properties with Accor.
• Training & Development: Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Social Responsibility: Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Recognition & Rewards: Employees are recognized for outstanding performance through appreciation programs, awards, and exclusive travel and lifestyle perks.
• Meaningful Work: Create memorable experiences for guests while making a positive impact through exceptional hospitality and service.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment)
• Eligible single Full-Time employees can enroll in a $0 premium health plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation and sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

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