Part Time Cook

Royal Sonesta Chicago River North, IL•Chicago, IL

8d•$27 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook sets the tone for Sonesta’s mission by always going above and beyond for our guests and coworkers. The role’s primary responsibility is to prepare and produce food orders according to quality standards. The Cook shall maintain a safe work environment and follow established sanitation and safety standards. The ideal candidate has a passion for hospitality and providing exceptional guest service.

Requirements

Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Frequent bending, kneeling and reaching.
Ability to stand during entire shift.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Prioritization and time management skills.
Must be able to read recipes and follow their instructions.
Employ math skills to appropriately prepare items according to recipes.
Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance.
Attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees.
Track record of delivering exceptional guest or client experience.
Ability to communicate, both verbally and written, effectively with guests, vendors and co-workers.
Relevant experience in restaurant or hotel food preparation preferred.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Responsibilities

Produce all food orders in a timely and consistent manner in accordance with established quality standards.
Test food to ensure quality and consistency of all meals served.
Operate all kitchen equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
Handle and store food items safely and keep work area clean and sanitized.
Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines.
Adhere to uniform and grooming standards.
Perform other duties or projects as requested by management.