Double Date Cook 1 PM

Omni Hotels & Spas • Rancho Mirage, CA

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About The Position

The Cook 1 ensures that prep items are prepared and stored according to hotel specifications. The role independently prepares food as directed by a supervisor and to company specifications, and works on an outlet hot or cold line to execute menu items within the specified timeline for each meal period. The Cook 1 identifies and inspects food products for quality, follows procedures for storing food taken from or returned to the walk-in, and safely and properly uses culinary equipment. The position requires a demonstrated understanding of cooking skills and techniques, maintaining the walk-in, prep area, and equipment to Health Department and EcoSure standards, attending department meetings and required company training, and completing other duties assigned by management.

Requirements

• Three years of culinary experience preferred; be well-versed in operating at least one culinary station.
• Properly use and care for cooking utensils and equipment, including pots, pans, dishware, silverware, glassware, food slicing machines, knives, and salad spinners.
• Properly care for and clean kitchen equipment, including ovens, grills or stove burners, microwave appliances, Robot Coupe equipment, and mechanical choppers.
• Knowledge of basic kitchen preparation, knife skills, sanitation, and safety.
• Ability to remain active, including standing for more than eight hours per day.
• Flexible scheduling to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Familiarity with weights and measures to follow and multiply standard recipes.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while executing delegated tasks and assignments.
• Must have an unexpired Riverside County Food Handlers credential or obtain it upon hire.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry moderate weight.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods, with frequent bending and twisting.
• Ability to use culinary tools, including knives and commercial equipment, and to taste and smell.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of culinary experience.
• Culinary degree and/or formal training.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepare food items as directed by a supervisor and according to company specifications.
• Work on an outlet hot or cold line and execute menu items within the specified timeline for each meal period.
• Identify and inspect food products for quality.
• Follow storage procedures when taking food from the walk-in and returning it.
• Safely and properly use culinary equipment.
• Keep the walk-in, prep area, and equipment up to Health Department and EcoSure standards.
• Attend department meetings and other required company training.
• Complete other duties assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

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