PM Cook

Marriott•Chesapeake, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

LTD Hospitality Group is seeking a Cook. This role requires you to be available on weekends and Holidays. This role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced setting, and a passion for providing exceptional culinary experiences to our guests. The Delta Hotel Chesapeake is the only full-service hotel in Chesapeake. Ideally located in the upscale Greenbrier neighborhood with easy access to shopping, restaurants and entertainment our hotel is within walking distance to the Chesapeake Conference Center, and just minutes from Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and Suffolk. We are also near the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Raytheon, and Mitsubishi, as well as attractions like Chilled Ponds and Farm Bureau Live. At our Chesapeake hotel, you'll enjoy your choice of guest rooms, studio suites, or one-bedroom suites; each features free WiFi, mini-refrigerator, plush bedding, and flat-panel TVs. Enjoy a cocktail or have a dining experience in the Luminous Restaurant. Unwind in our indoor pool and fitness room. When planning your next event, the Delta Hotel Chesapeake’s banquet space can effortlessly accommodate your function.

Requirements

Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
Good attention to detail
Knowledge of food and beverage products
At least one year of experience as a cook
Must be able to work weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

Follow instructions in recipes and be good at multi-tasking.
Operate a variety of kitchen equipment to measure, and mix ingredients, wash peel, cut and shred fruits and vegetables, and trimming and cutting meat, poultry and fish for use.
Control food waste, loss and usage per Guidelines for Operations.
Assist in setting plans and actions to correct any food cost problems.
Check pars for shift use; determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up.
Note any out of stock items or possible shortages.
Start food items that are prepared ahead of time taking into consideration meeting rooms, hospitalities or employee events.
Whenever possible, avoid over preparation.
Assist in preparation, production, and service of special functions.
Filter oil in deep fat fryer daily.
Assist in storing food when any deliveries arrive.
Date and rotate all food containers as required.
With help from the Dining Room Attendant, clean entire area, close and lock storage cabinets.
Set up, operate, clean, and sanitize all equipment in a safe manner.
Check condition of area and equipment, notifying your manager of areas needing attention.
Follow sanitation standards at all times making sure to follow proper hand washing techniques as frequently as possible.
Be extremely aware of cross contamination and how to avoid it.
Practice safety standards at all times.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.