Cook, Kitchen

MCR • Orlando, FL

3d • $18 - $21

About The Position

The Cook prepares food items for the restaurant using standardized recipes and brand standards, maintaining high standards for appealing, appetizing products. The role also supports a clean, sanitary, organized, and safe kitchen and work area while minimizing waste and maximizing the cost-to-production ratio.

The Cook is expected to contribute to the hotel’s service and operating standards by welcoming guests warmly, supporting guest satisfaction, following checklists and procedures, communicating professionally, collaborating with the team, and wearing an approved, clean uniform. Team members may also be asked to help clean guest rooms and public areas as needed and to perform other job-related duties assigned by an authorized person.

The position requires availability for a flexible schedule, including days, nights, holidays, and weekends based on hotel demands. The role involves sustained standing and walking, repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements, and lifting or carrying supplies and other items. Reasonable accommodations may be made for employees with disabilities, absent undue hardship.

Requirements

• Previous culinary experience in a hospitality or restaurant kitchen setting is preferred.
• 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 schedule and availability for days, nights, holidays, and weekends based on hotel demands.
• Ability to arrive and clock in on time, follow scheduled shift and break clock-in/clock-out procedures, and provide sufficient notice when calling out as directed by a supervisor.
• Ability to perform the physical functions of the position, including sustained standing, walking, repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements, and lifting or carrying supplies and other 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 clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen and work areas in accordance with State Board of Health regulations.
• Complete food and station preparation before the restaurant opens so guests are served promptly and efficiently.
• Know the location and operation of all safety equipment.
• Assist with storing and rotating food items according to hotel procedures.
• Complete operational checklists accurately and at designated times, and provide accurate, timely shift handover reports.
• Provide friendly, welcoming service to guests and help address challenging guest situations with hospitality and urgency.
• Pitch in to clean guest rooms and public spaces as needed to help maintain a clean, organized, and safe hotel.
• Communicate clearly, honestly, and professionally and collaborate with team members to support guests and hotel operations.
• Wear a clean, approved uniform, nametag, and maintain grooming standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hotel discounts
• Weekly pay
• Paid time off
• Retirement options
• Referral bonuses
• Career advancement and upward mobility
• Health, dental, and 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