Cook 2 - Hilton Waikoloa Village

Hilton • HI

82d • $28 - $31

About The Position

Hilton Waikoloa Village is Hawaii Island's only 62-acre property with 3 one of a kind outdoor swimming pools and 4-acres of protected lagoon. We are looking for a Cook to join our team! From a friendly workplace environment to competitive health benefits, career growth opportunities and our Go Hilton travel discount program. In addition, the property offers free meals during shifts. We know that you’ll love being a part of the Hilton team that was ranked #1 on Great Places to Work and on Fortune’s World’s Best Workplaces list! A Cook 2 is responsible for maintaining and setting up food production and quality control of all meat, fish, fowl, sauces, stocks, seasoning and all other food items prepared in the different kitchen stations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of cooking experience.
• Open availability.
• Good working knowledge of the fundamentals of the broiler, sauté, fry, roast, moist heat and other cooking methods.
• Good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment, i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Basic mathematical skills are necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language in order to complete requisitions, read recipes and communicate with other team members.
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move goods weighing a maximum of 50 lbs. on a continuous schedule.
• Ability to stand and to work continuously in confined spaces.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.

Nice To Haves

• Hotel, banquet, and fine dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and/or as specified on guest check to ensure consistency of product to the guest.
• Visually inspects, selects and uses only food items ideal for cooking, in preparation of all menu items.
• Checks and controls the proper storage of product, monitoring age and condition of all food items to rotate and maintain highest quality.
• Keeps all refrigeration equipment, storage and working areas clean and clutter free, complying with Health department regulations.
• Prepares daily requisitions for supplies and food items for production.
• Reads and employs math skills to follow recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards at all times.
• Manage guest orders in a friendly, timely and efficient manner.
• Ensure knowledge of menu and food products.
• Stock and maintain designated food stations(s).
• Visually inspect all food sent from the kitchen.
• Practice correct food handling and food storage procedures according to federal, state, local and company regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Go Hilton travel discount program.
• Free meals during shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees