Cook 2

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts•Los Angeles, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Four Seasons Private Residences Los Angeles is seeking a Cook 2 to manage the day-to-day operations of their kitchen station. This role involves assisting in menu creation, preparing dishes, managing mise en place, and ensuring quality production and presentation. The Cook 2 will also be responsible for inventory, communication with other departments, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. This position requires a high level of skill in cooking, plating, and responding to resident requests, including special meal preparations. The role also involves covering for the Cook I and contributing to the development of unique menu specials. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment and handle building emergencies professionally.

Requirements

Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
High school graduate and an apprenticeship, cooking school or culinary institute education.
Highly developed sense of taste and comprehensive sauce preparation skills.
Refined plating techniques.
Casual dining experience 3+ years.

Responsibilities

Assist in creating and preparing menu items and specials.
Check and complete mise en place and pars and set-up the station.
Complete requisitions, obtain proper signatures and submit to the Purchasing department.
Communicate regarding menu items, problem situations or shortages.
Utilize the computer system in retrieving orders.
Work closely with standard recipes and plate presentations in order to maintain standards of quality in production and presentation.
Maintain a good working relationship with other employees, providing instruction and encouragement as needed.
Store items properly at the end of the shift.
Ensure a clean, neat, and organized work area.
Handle and report any accident immediately, no matter how minor.
Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times to reflect the high standards of Four Seasons Hotels and encourage staff to do the same.
Respond appropriately to resident requests with respect to special meal preparation or substitutions.
Work alone in a busy environment.
Create unique, flavorful, and quality specials.
Cover the Cook I on days off and vacations.
Cost recipes.
Respond properly in any building emergency or safety situation.
Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by department leadership, management, and staff.