Cook I, Alteno | $500 Sign-On Bonus

Starwood Hotels•Austin, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for preparing food according to recipe specifications and ensuring the overall success of daily culinary operations. The Cook I should ensure that all ingredients used in dishes are of the highest quality. Additionally, the Cook I should work well under pressure and maintain restaurant standards during busy periods. This role is eligible for a $500 sign-on bonus, payable after 90 days of continuous employment. The role is part of an exciting concept developed in partnership with Chef Johnny Curiel and Kasie Curiel, co-founders of Fonda Fina Hospitality, and is associated with the original Alteño in Denver, Colorado, which was named to Condé Nast Traveler’s “Best New Restaurants in the World: 2026 Hot List.”

Requirements

At least 1 year of related work experience.
Able to lift at least 50 lbs.
Proficient in verbal and written English communication.
Able to stand for long periods of time.
Food Handling certification (can be obtained during employment).

Nice To Haves

Organized and proficient at multitasking.
A reliable team player willing to learn and adapt to new situations.

Responsibilities

Prepare food according to recipe specifications.
Ensure the overall success of daily culinary operations.
Ensure all ingredients used in dishes are of the highest quality.
Work well under pressure and maintain restaurant standards during busy periods.
Stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
Maintain a notebook to write recipes, procedures, and prep lists.
Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with other employees.
Communicate clearly using professional language.
Communicate daily with Sous Chef(s), Executive Sous Chef and/or Executive Chef regarding hotel status, special attention arrivals/guests with dietary/allergic restrictions, kitchen status, kitchen morale, and suggestions for improving guest experiences and driving revenue.
Communicate daily with stewards to ensure the kitchen is running at the highest possible sanitary standards.
Give and log daily, weekly, and monthly projects to stewards for areas of concern.
Continuously learn about food service through books, magazines, and dining out.
Serve as a confident leader and a perfect example for other team members.
Ensure a completely washed and sanitized kitchen is passed over to the next shift.
Ensure stewards have followed their daily, scheduled cleanliness of walk-ins, lines, and general areas.
Conduct daily line checks with team members ensuring quality and shelf life of product.
Utilize product through alternative outlets to minimize product loss.
Closely monitor portion sizing to ensure consistency.
Assist Supervisor in maintaining all logs and checklists for State and Internal audits.
Assist with updating recipe books with proper procedures.
Responsible for protein/plate counts for service.
Responsible for (Preventative) Maintenance log in Chef’s office with the engineering team.
Thoroughly check all walk-ins to ensure proper storage and rotation.
Expertly plate using proper service ware.
Responsible for shift line-ups, informing F&B staff of specials and menu items no longer available.
Ensure storerooms are in excellent condition, maintaining/delegating maintenance when necessary.
Keep par items ordered for dry storage and produce walk-in.
Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries; complete safety training and certifications; properly store flammable materials.
Ensure compliance with hotel policies, procedures, and standards with self and colleagues.
Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
Embody the 1 Hotels Vision, Mission and Compass; deliver on Our Promise, provide Good-Natured Service and uphold our Brand Pillars.