Cook III

Marriott•Dallas, TX

13d

About The Position

The Cook III prepares and cooks food according to recipes, quality and presentation standards, and preparation checklists. The role includes preparing ingredients and cold foods, operating kitchen appliances, checking food and appliance temperatures, monitoring food quality, setting up and breaking down workstations, serving appropriate portions, and cleaning and disinfecting kitchen areas, tools, and equipment. The position also requires following safety, security, and company procedures; reporting maintenance needs and unsafe conditions; maintaining a clean and professional appearance; protecting confidential information and company assets; and communicating and working effectively with colleagues. The role may include other reasonable duties requested by supervisors. It requires extended periods of standing, sitting, or walking and physical tasks such as reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, and moving objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance. Marriott International and The Ritz-Carlton describe a commitment to equal opportunity, inclusion, and delivering exceptional luxury service. The Cook III is expected to learn and exemplify The Ritz-Carlton Gold Standards, including its Employee Promise, Credo, and Service Values.

Requirements

At least 1 year of related work experience.
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is listed as a preferred qualification.
No supervisory experience is required.
No license or certification is required.
Ability to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period or an entire work shift.
Ability to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Responsibilities

Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food; wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables; and weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklists.
Prepare cold foods and operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers.
Test food to determine whether it has been cooked sufficiently and monitor food quality during preparation.
Set up and break down the workstation.
Serve food in proper portions and on appropriate receptacles.
Wash and disinfect the kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
Check and ensure the correctness of appliance and food temperatures.
Follow company, safety, and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to the manager; and complete safety training and certifications.
Maintain a clean and professional uniform and personal appearance, keep proprietary information confidential, and protect company assets.
Communicate clearly and professionally, develop positive working relationships, support team goals, and listen and respond appropriately to other employees' concerns.
Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards and perform other reasonable duties as requested by supervisors.