Prep Cook

Hotel Equities Group, LLC•Omaha, IL

About The Position

The Prep Cook supports the hotel's food and beverage operations by preparing and serving quality products and providing exceptional guest service. The role follows established standards for food safety, cleanliness, presentation, and service, and contributes to an efficient, welcoming dining experience at The Farnam Hotel. The position requires dependability, attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Requirements

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices appropriate to the role.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
Dependability, attention to detail, teamwork, professionalism, accountability, and commitment to service excellence.

Nice To Haves

Previous food and beverage or hospitality experience.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred for supervisory roles.

Responsibilities

Prepare food consistently according to production and portion standards.
Start food items that are prepared ahead of time without exceeding estimated needs.
Date food containers, rotate items according to food standards, and keep perishables at proper temperatures.
Check pars for shift use, determine preparation and freezer-pull needs, and set up the line; note out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
Assist in keeping the buffet stocked.
Cover, date, and return unused food items to designated storage areas for the next shift.
Help develop actions to address food-cost problems and control food waste, loss, and usage according to standards.
Greet guests immediately when they enter food areas.
Prepare breakfast food and beverage items and set out hot and cold food.
Replenish food and beverage items during meal periods and keep them stocked through closing.
Receive and unpack deliveries from Nobel Sipco and other food vendors, date items upon arrival, and pack them according to Marriott standards.
Take trash to the dumpster as needed.
Assist with preparation for the next shift and special hotel social functions.
Maintain an inventory of needed supplies and keep items at par level.
Complete food-handler certification within 60 days of assignment through an approved trainer.
Comply with the Residence Inn food sanitation checklist and complete the monthly food audit.
Become familiar with hotel facilities, their locations, and operating hours.
Put away supplies promptly according to Marriott food standards.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor as needed.