Banquet Cook II

AccorHotel•San Diego, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, as our new Banquet Cook ll. This role is responsible for producing 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. The Banquet Cook II maintains control charts of all food items produced and maintains a high degree of cleanliness throughout the cooking area.

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

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
Complimentary Meals
Complimentary on-site parking
Employee travel program with discounts on room rates at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
Employee program with discounts on restaurants, bars and spa services at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Grand Del Mar and over 5,700 properties with Accor.
Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
Employees are recognized for outstanding performance through appreciation programs, awards, and exclusive travel and lifestyle perks.
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)