Cook, Kitchen

MCR Hotels•Dublin, OH

About The Position

The Cook prepares food items for the restaurant according to standardized recipes, brand standards, and guidelines, while maintaining high standards for appealing, appetizing products. The role also helps ensure kitchen and work-area cleanliness, sanitation, and safety while minimizing waste and maximizing the cost-to-production ratio. The Cook contributes to a clean, friendly, well-organized, and safe hotel environment. Team members are expected to provide friendly guest service, support guest satisfaction, maintain clean and organized workspaces, complete operational checklists accurately and on time, communicate professionally, and collaborate to meet the needs of guests and the business. The role may include other duties as assigned.

Requirements

A 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 every shift, and clock out at the scheduled shift ending time unless otherwise directed by the immediate manager.
Do not work while clocked out; clock in and out for breaks at the designated scheduled times.
Provide sufficient notice, as directed by the supervisor, when calling out for a scheduled shift.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including sustained standing, walking, repetitive wrist/hand/finger motions, and lifting or carrying items.

Nice To Haves

Previous culinary experience in a hospitality or restaurant kitchen setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare restaurant food items according to standardized recipes and brand standards.
Meet applicable food safety certification requirements, including Food Handlers Safety Training as applicable.
Maintain cleanliness and organization in all areas in accordance with State Board of Health regulations.
Complete food and station preparation before the restaurant opens so guests can be served promptly and efficiently during operating hours.
Know the location and operation of kitchen safety equipment.
Assist with storing and rotating food items according to hotel procedures.
Follow operational checklists and complete them accurately at designated times.
Communicate clearly, honestly, and professionally with team members and collaborate to support guests and the workplace.
Provide friendly service to guests and contribute to guest satisfaction.
Perform other duties as assigned.