Cook 1 (Outlets)

Omni Hotels & Resorts • Fort Worth, TX

79d

About The Position

The Omni Fort Worth Hotel offers a taste of Texas hospitality and is searching for dedicated hospitality professionals with a guest service mentality to join our extraordinary team. The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Fort Worth's exciting downtown, adjacent to the Fort Worth Convention Center and within walking distance from the city's cultural centers, restaurants, and nightlife. The Omni Fort Worth Hotel is recognized for exemplary guest service and accommodation, providing empowerment through our Power of One culture to strengthen and grow the careers of our dedicated associates. The position involves providing high-quality standards and procedures in preparing and serving all banquet food, with candidates placed in Cook 1 (advanced), Cook 2 (intermediate), Cook 3 (novice), or Prep Cook (entry level) positions based on experience.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months (for entry level) to 3 years (advanced) relevant culinary experience, preferably in high volume upscale hotel banquet operation
• Must be familiar with batch and quantity cooking
• Ability to work cohesively with co-workers both within and outside of your department
• Ability to handle stressful situations while maintaining a calm and welcoming demeanor
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and follow up
• Ability to produce high volumes of work while maintaining quality per Omni standards
• Culinary degree and/or formal training preferred
• The ability to stand/walk for long periods of time and lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Requires repetitive motion with both hands and occasional bending/stooping/kneeling
• Must be able to utilize culinary tools (knives, commercial equipment, etc.) and taste/smell
• Flexible schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen sanitation in accordance with health department guidelines
• Ensure station is set for service 15 minutes prior to service
• Learn all menu items produced by assigned station
• Perform work assignments to meet proper quantities within a necessary time frame
• Prepare a mixture of buffet and plated style items
• Production of orders to include grilling, roasting, and baking fish, steaks, chicken, and shellfish
• Maintain safe food handling procedures at all times

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: No Education Listed