Cook II, Alteno PT

Starwood Hotels•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Cook II at Alteño PT, a concept developed in partnership with Chef Johnny Curiel and Kasie Curiel. The original Alteño in Denver, Colorado, was recently named to Condé Nast Traveler’s “Best New Restaurants in the World: 2026 Hot List.” As Cook II, you will be responsible for preparing food according to recipe specifications and ensuring the overall success of our daily culinary operations. The Cook II should ensure that all ingredients used in dishes are of the highest quality. Additionally, the Cook II should work well under pressure and maintain restaurant standards during busy periods. The ideal candidate is a foodie at heart and a perfectionist.

Requirements

At least 2 years 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).
Employees are required to work varying schedules, including holidays, to accommodate the business and demands of the hotel.

Nice To Haves

Passionate about food.
Previous similar work experience.
Basic knowledgeable of culinary operations.
A team player.
Hard worker.
Detail oriented.
Flexible and willing to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.

Responsibilities

Preparing food according to recipe specifications.
Ensuring the overall success of daily culinary operations.
Ensuring that all ingredients used in dishes are of the highest quality.
Working well under pressure and maintaining restaurant standards during busy periods.
Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time.
Writing recipes, procedures, and prep lists in a notebook.
Developing and maintaining a positive working relationship with other employees.
Clearly communicating using professional language.
Daily communication with Sous Chef(s), Executive Sous Chef and/or Executive Chef regarding hotel status, special attention arrivals/guests with dietary/allergic restrictions, kitchen status (equipment repairs, cleanliness, special needs projects), kitchen morale, and suggestions for improving guest experiences and driving revenue.
Daily communications with stewards to ensure the kitchen is running at the highest possible sanitary standards.
Giving and logging daily, weekly, and monthly projects to stewards for areas of concern.
Constantly pushing self to learn more about food service through books, magazines, and dining out.
Being a confident leader and a perfect example for other team members.
Ensuring a completely washed and sanitized kitchen is passed over to the next shift.
Ensuring stewards have followed their daily, scheduled cleanliness of walk-ins, lines, and general areas.
Daily line checks with team members ensuring quality and shelf life of product.
Utilizing product through alternative outlets to minimize product loss.
Closely monitoring portion sizing to ensure consistency.
Assisting Supervisor in maintaining all logs and checklists for State and Internal audits.
Assisting with updating recipe books with proper procedures.
Responsible for protein/plate counts for service.
Responsible for (Preventative) Maintenance log in Chef’s office with engineering team.
Thorough check of all walk-ins to ensure proper storage and rotation.
Expert in plating using proper service ware.
Responsible for shift line-ups, informing F&B staff of specials and menu items no longer available.
Ensuring storerooms are in excellent condition, maintaining/delegating maintenance when necessary.
Keeping par items ordered for dry storage and produce walk-in.
Following all company and safety and security policies and procedures; reporting any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries; completing safety training and certifications; properly storing flammable materials.
Ensuring compliance with hotel policies, procedures, and standards with self and colleagues.
Ensuring uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.
Maintaining confidentiality of proprietary information.
Embodying the 1 Hotels Vision, Mission and Compass; delivering on Our Promise, providing Good-Natured Service and upholding our Brand Pillars.