Cafeteria Cook

MCR Hotels•New York City, NY

About The Position

The Cook prepares food items for the restaurant according to standardized recipes, brand standards, and guidelines, maintaining high standards so that food is appealing and appetizing. The role also helps ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in kitchen and work areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost and production efficiency. The Cook prepares food and stations before restaurant opening so guests can be served promptly during operating hours; follows applicable food-handler safety certification requirements; maintains clean, organized work areas in accordance with State Board of Health regulations; knows the location and operation of safety equipment; and assists with storing and rotating food according to hotel procedures. Other duties may be assigned. Team members are expected to contribute to guest satisfaction, provide friendly service, maintain clean and safe workspaces, complete operational checklists and handover reports accurately and on time, wear an approved clean uniform and nametag, and communicate and collaborate professionally. The role may also require helping clean guest rooms or public spaces as needed. Employees must follow instructions from authorized personnel and perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Ability to follow instructions and assigned tasks and meet deadlines.
Ability to provide friendly service to guests.
Availability for a flexible schedule, including days, nights, holidays, and weekends according to hotel needs.
Arrive and clock in on time for each shift, clock out at the scheduled shift ending time unless otherwise directed, and never work while clocked out.
Clock in and out for breaks at the designated scheduled times.
Provide sufficient notice, as directed by a supervisor, when calling out for a scheduled shift.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Previous culinary experience in a hospitality or restaurant kitchen setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare meals for the restaurant in accordance with standardized recipes, brand standards, and guidelines.
Complete food and station preparation before restaurant opening to support prompt and efficient service.
Comply with applicable food safety certification requirements, including Food Handlers Safety Training.
Maintain clean and organized kitchen and work areas in accordance with State Board of Health regulations.
Know the location and operation of safety equipment.
Assist with storing and rotating food items according to hotel procedures.
Minimize waste and support an effective cost-to-production ratio.
Complete operational checklists accurately and at designated times, and provide accurate, timely shift handover reports.
Contribute to guest satisfaction by providing friendly service and responding to challenging guest situations with hospitality and urgency.
Work collaboratively and communicate clearly, honestly, and professionally with team members.
Pitch in to clean guest rooms and public spaces as needed to help maintain a clean, organized, and safe hotel.
Perform other duties as assigned.