Banquet Cook (On-Call) | JW Marriott Reston Station

Crescent Careers • Reston, VA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking a talented On-Call Banquet Cook for the JW Marriott Reston Station. This luxury hotel features 247 rooms, extensive meeting space including ballrooms with high ceilings and natural light, and is conveniently located along the Silver Line Metro, offering excellent access to airports and the capital region. The company emphasizes a supportive work environment that celebrates individuality and offers opportunities for growth.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate in English.
• Self-starting personality with an even disposition.
• Ability to meet standards of appearance.
• Can communicate well with guests.
• Ability to transport up to 30 lbs. through a crowded room on a continuous basis throughout the shift.
• Willingness to "pitch-in" and help co-workers with their job duties and be a team player.
• Adhere to hotel security policies and procedures, particularly regarding key controls, lifting heavy objects, using chemicals, and effectively reporting safety hazards and safety concerns.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, ensuring not to over prepare estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per Crescent standards, ensuring perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• 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.
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, covering and dating all perishables.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems, control food waste, loss and usage per Crescent standards.
• Operate, maintain, and properly clean kitchen equipment including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron and flat top grill.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous compensation package
• An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
• 401K matching program for eligible associates
• Discounts with Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members
• Health & wellness programs
• Best in class learning and development
• Travel discounts

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed