TRIBUTE Cook I, Full-Time

HOUSTONIAN • Houston, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Plan, prep, set up and provide quality service in all areas of food production for menu items and specials in the designated outlets in accordance with standards and plating guide specifications. Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment. This role is critical to maintaining the luxury standard and reputation of The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa while upholding the highest levels of discretion and professionalism.

Requirements

• High school education, GED, or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years previous cooking experience as a line cook in an upper tiered restaurant and/or hotel / Club.
• Highly motivated, organized individual who communicates, cooperates, and is able to adapt to changing situations.
• Must exhibit self-control and patience to ensure a positive and efficient workspace.
• Strong working knowledge of elevated standards of sanitation.
• Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment, i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Strong working knowledge on all cooking techniques, butchering, sauces, vinaigrettes and garde manager.
• Food Handler’s Certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all foods in accordance to standard recipes.
• Visually inspects, selects and uses only food items of the highest quality in the preparation of all menu items.
• Checks and controls the proper storage of product and portion control including food rotation.
• Keeps all refrigeration, storage and working areas in clean working condition to comply with health department and hotel regulations.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned work areas.
• Reads and employs basic math skills to appropriately prepare items according to recipes.
• Ability to remain calm and composed under stressful situations.
• Ability to read, write and understand the English language in order to read tickets, recipes and communicate with other employees.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED