Cook

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation•Hilton Head, SC

16d

About The Position

We’re Sonesta International Hotels. The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast. An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect. Together We Thrive —bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting. Job Description Summary Prepare meals in accordance with portion and quality standards specified in recipes. Control food usage to minimize waste. Job Description Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Prepare and cook orders for daily operations. Advise supervisor of low inventory items; assists in receiving items and taking inventory as required. Maintain sanitation and cleanliness standards in the kitchen area that meet or exceed the state and local Health Board inspection and Sonesta requirements. Maintain a clean, neat, and well-organized work area, including but not limited to reach-ins, walk-ins and counters. Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor. May assist by performing warewasher or other kitchen duties as needed. Promote team work and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include Sales and Marketing, Banquets, Catering, Outlets, Maintenance, and Guest Services. May occasionally interact directly with guests. May assist with other duties as assigned. Additional Job Information/Anticipated Pay Range Qualifications and Requirements: Basic reading, writing, and math skills. At least 2 years food preparation experience or training required. This job requires ability to perform the following: Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds Standing up and moving about the kitchen Handling food, objects, products and utensils Bending, stooping, kneeling May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or Holidays. The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristics required by law.

Requirements

Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
At least 2 years food preparation experience or training required.
Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds
Standing up and moving about the kitchen
Handling food, objects, products and utensils
Bending, stooping, kneeling
May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or Holidays.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook orders for daily operations.
Advise supervisor of low inventory items; assists in receiving items and taking inventory as required.
Maintain sanitation and cleanliness standards in the kitchen area that meet or exceed the state and local Health Board inspection and Sonesta requirements.
Maintain a clean, neat, and well-organized work area, including but not limited to reach-ins, walk-ins and counters.
Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
May assist by performing warewasher or other kitchen duties as needed.
Promote team work and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
May occasionally interact directly with guests.
May assist with other duties as assigned.