Cook

Marriott•Chicago, IL

4h•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves preparing and cooking food according to established recipes and quality standards within a kitchen environment. Key duties include ingredient preparation, cooking various food items using kitchen equipment, monitoring food quality, and maintaining a clean and disinfected workstation. The role also requires adherence to company safety and security policies, professional conduct, and teamwork. Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and offers a wide range of benefits. The Westin brand, where this role is situated, focuses on guest well-being and seeks passionate, active, optimistic, and adventurous associates who embrace well-being practices.

Requirements

Ability to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for 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 less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
At least 1 year of related work experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food.
Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables.
Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist.
Prepare cold foods.
Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers.
Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
Monitor food quality while preparing food.
Set-up and break down work station.
Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles.
Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures.
Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager.
Complete safety training and certifications.
Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
Protect company assets.
Speak with others using clear and professional language.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others.
Support team to reach common goals.
Listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.