Cook I

Sonesta Hotels • New Orleans, LA

174d

About The Position

The responsibility of the Cook I is to be able to perform all basic and intermediate cooking skills including preparation of soups, sauces, stocks, frying and broiling.

Requirements

• 3 years of previous line experience preferred, preferably high volume
• Culinary degree or related hotel experience is preferred
• Candidates should be able to perform all basic and intermediate cooking skills
• Ability to work multiple stations in the kitchen
• Valid ServSafe Food Handler Certificate required

Responsibilities

• Prepare basic components of each dish on our menu using our recipes
• Memorize and utilize serving portion sizes and all basic meal prep procedures used in the kitchen
• Ensure that the kitchen, all food prep areas and all food storage areas meet restaurant cleaning standards
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment
• Prepare items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
• Handle, store and rotate all products properly
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
• Monitor product freshness and rotate out old product based on a schedule created by the restaurant
• May be required to give direction in the supervisor's absence
• Build solid relationships with colleagues
• Treat colleagues with respect and dignity
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other team members
• Deliver passionate and engaging service to guests
• Recognize individual guests and anticipate their unique needs in order to exceed their expectations
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: No Education Listed