Cafeteria Cook

MCR • New York, NY

5d • $34 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

The Cafeteria Cook prepares food items for the restaurant using standardized recipes and brand standards, maintaining high standards for appealing, appetizing food. The role is responsible for kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and safety while minimizing waste and maximizing the cost-to-production ratio. The Cook prepares food and stations before restaurant opening, supports prompt and efficient service, and follows hotel procedures for food storage and rotation. The position also follows MCR’s universal standards for guest service, cleanliness, product quality, and teamwork.

Requirements

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow instructions and assigned tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to provide friendly service to guests with a smile.
• Flexible availability for days, nights, holidays, and weekends based on hotel needs.
• Arrive and clock in on time for each shift, follow scheduled shift and break clock-in/out procedures, and provide sufficient notice when calling out as directed by a supervisor.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including sustained standing, walking, repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements, and lifting and carrying items.

Nice To Haves

• Previous culinary experience in a hospitality or restaurant kitchen setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals in accordance with standardized recipes, brand standards, and guidelines.
• Meet 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.
• Complete food and station preparation before the restaurant opens so guests can be served promptly and efficiently.
• Know the location and operation of all safety equipment.
• Assist with storing and rotating food items according to hotel procedures.
• Minimize waste and maximize the cost-to-production ratio.
• Provide friendly guest service, including greeting guests with a smile.
• Complete operational checklists accurately and on time, and provide accurate, timely shift handover reports.
• Work collaboratively and communicate clearly, honestly, and professionally with team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hotel discounts
• Weekly pay
• Paid time off
• Retirement options
• Referral bonuses
• Career advancement and upward mobility
• Health, dental, and vision insurance available after 30 days of employment for full-time team members

What This Job Offers

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