Cook Line PM
About The Position
Rand Tower, Minneapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is seeking a creative, motivated Cook who is passionate about culinary arts and developing kitchen skills. The Cook assists the Chef with producing and fabricating food for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining. The role includes learning and applying cooking procedures such as grilling, sautéing, and frying; preparing ingredients and recipes; maintaining consistent food preparation and ingredient quality; and minimizing food waste through cross-utilization. The Cook also supports kitchen production levels and works with the culinary leadership team on menus that reflect seasonal availability and the restaurant concept. The position offers the opportunity to work with a world-class culinary team and grow professionally in a kitchen environment. The Cook maintains organized, sanitary work areas and properly stores food and other items.
Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience working in a professional kitchen environment.
- Active food handler certification or the ability to obtain it.
- Willingness to work a variety of day, night, and weekend shifts.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to stand for long periods.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
- Desire to exceed expectations.
- Energetic personality.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Chef with production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquets, dining room, and fine dining.
- Develop knowledge and skills in cooking methods such as grilling, sautéing, and frying.
- Use knives and other kitchen equipment.
- Follow and recreate recipes and maintain consistency in food preparation.
- Minimize food waste through cross-utilization.
- Set up workstations with necessary ingredients and cooking equipment.
- Prepare ingredients, including chopping and peeling vegetables and cutting meat.
- Maintain a sanitized and orderly kitchen environment.
- Ensure food and other items are stored properly.
- Maintain responsibility for ingredient quality.
- Help maintain adequate kitchen production levels.
- Work with culinary leadership on menus reflecting seasonal availability and the restaurant concept.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Pet discount program
- Flexible spending accounts
- Matched 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Critical accident or illness coverage
- Short- and long-term disability
- Paid time off
- Hotel discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
