Cook, Kitchen

MCR • Miami, FL

8d • $18 - $19

About The Position

The Cook prepares food items for the restaurant using standardized recipes and brand standards, maintaining high standards for appealing, appetizing food. The role is also responsible for kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and safety, while minimizing waste and maximizing the cost-to-production ratio.

The Cook prepares and organizes food and stations before restaurant opening so guests can be served promptly during operating hours. The role includes handling, storing, and rotating food according to hotel procedures, complying with applicable food-safety certification requirements, and knowing the location and operation of safety equipment. Cooks are expected to maintain organized work areas in accordance with State Board of Health regulations and perform other duties as assigned.

As part of the hotel team, the Cook is expected to provide friendly guest service, contribute to guest satisfaction, keep workspaces clean and organized, complete operational checklists accurately and on time, communicate professionally, and collaborate with colleagues. The schedule must be flexible to meet hotel needs, including days, nights, holidays, and weekends.

Requirements

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow instructions and assigned tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to provide friendly service to guests with a smile.
• Flexible availability for days, nights, holidays, and weekends based on hotel demands.
• Arrive and clock in on time for each shift, and clock out at the scheduled shift ending time unless otherwise directed by the immediate manager.
• Clock in and out for breaks at designated scheduled times.
• Provide sufficient notice, as directed by a supervisor, when calling out for a scheduled shift.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of sustained standing, walking, repetitive wrist, hand, or finger motions, and lifting or carrying items.

Nice To Haves

• Previous culinary experience in a hospitality or restaurant kitchen setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals in accordance with brand standards, guidelines, and standardized recipes.
• Comply with applicable food-safety certification requirements, including Food Handlers Safety Training.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas in accordance with State Board of Health regulations.
• Complete food and station preparations before restaurant opening to support prompt and efficient service.
• Know the location and operation of all safety equipment.
• Assist with storage and rotation of food items according to hotel procedures.
• Minimize food waste and maximize the cost-to-production ratio.
• Provide friendly service to guests and contribute to guest satisfaction.
• Complete operational checklists accurately and at designated times.
• Communicate and collaborate professionally with team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hotel discounts
• Weekly pay
• Paid time off
• Retirement options
• Referral bonuses
• Career advancement and upward mobility
• Health insurance available after 30 days of employment for full-time team members
• Dental insurance available after 30 days of employment for full-time team members
• Vision insurance available after 30 days of employment for full-time team members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed