Cook at Embassy Suites

SQUAREONE HOLDING COMPANY•Chattanooga, TN

6d•$16 - $20

About The Position

Join the Team at the Brand-New Embassy Suites Downtown Chattanooga! Do you want to be a part of something fresh and exciting—backed by a team that values people, purpose, and genuine hospitality. If you're ready to grow with a company that puts people first, we’d love to meet you. We’re looking for passionate, driven individuals to help bring exceptional service to life. Be part of the Vision. Be part of the experience. Cooks will be responsible for preparing food items in accordance with recipes and established standards. The person in this position must be able to roll their sleeves up and assist our teams when needed, living our “ONE TEAM. ONE VISION.” philosophy. This person must also provide innovative ways that align with our mission to be the best, most respected hotel company in America.

Requirements

2-4 years experience in casual dining
Knife skills, range of cooking methods
Attention to detail
Cleanliness and organization is important to you
Team player
Excellent communication
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Keep confidential the business functions of the company including, but not limited to, financial status, customer/guest information, associate issues, etc.
Must be responsible for safety and security of guests, fellow associates, and hotel assets
Have knowledge of fire alarm system and evacuation procedures
Able to report to scheduled shifts
Able to communicate effectively in writing, verbally, and in person
Able to work a flexible schedule. We are a 24/7 business which may require work availability of nights, weekends, and holidays
Is organized, honest, and works well with others
Maintain a clean and attractive work area, uniform, and person
Has the highest degree of integrity and is humble, living by the Golden Rule
Able to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds
Values of dedication, innovation, showing respect, being driven by excellence, being community-focused, and having a spirit of service.
Be able to bend, reach, kneel, push, and stretch and lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds
Can perform work for 8 hours and work in a restrictive space/environment
Must have eyesight enabling vision both near and far
Must be able to work in extreme conditions such as heat, cold and stress
Have finger dexterity for operating equipment
Must speak in a clear, understandable voice, hear at a basic level, and understand English
Must be able to write

Responsibilities

Complete all required training
Adhere to all standard operating procedures and property specific brand standards
Provide personalized, friendly service to each and every guest
Knowledge of fundamental principles and procedures of food preparation, short orders, and banquet food service
Implement the highest possible hygiene policies and examine daily the work areas and equipment cleanliness
Follow established recipes to ensure the quality of everything being served to our guests
Optimize your productivity by executing the established daily food prep plan
Obtain feedback on food and service quality, and effectively resolve customer problems and complaints
Practice safe and sanitary work habits
Ensure compliance to all federal, state, brand regulations/requirements
This position works in a high-heat environment and with chemicals on a regular basis
Remember, that nothing is more important than safety and security, so you will do checks and work with the property engineering team and your local vendors to ensure all items are in proper working order and excellent condition
Perform any other duties as requested by management to aid in better operation of the hotel and service to the guests