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SONESTA INTERNATIONAL HOTELS CORPORATION Chase Park Plaza Banquet Cook 2 - Starting at $16.35 hourly - R-0057715 in St. Louis, Missouri
Job Description Summary
The Line Cook II prepares all food items while giving attention to cleanliness and sanitation, quality standards, taste, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness with respect for fellow cooks and the hotel environment. Must be able to supervise Line Cook III
Job Description
The ideal candidate has a passion for hospitality and providing exceptional guest service.
Work Environment
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- The majority of work takes place indoors.
- Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures - i.e. freezers, loading dock.
Physical Demands
- 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 the entire shift.
Expected Hours of Work
- Must be flexible to work variable days of the week to include weekends and holidays.
- Must be flexible to work variable shifts (days, nights, overnights).
- Ten to twelve-hour shifts are sometimes required.
Education and Experience
- Relevant experience in restaurant or hotel food preparation is preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years cooking experience.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Principle duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions) include:
- Produce all food orders in a timely and consistent manner following established quality standards. Test food to ensure the quality and consistency of all meals served.
- Operate all kitchen equipment safely and responsibly.
- Read and understand banquet event orders (BEOs)
- Follow the detailed banquet prep list as written by the Chef.
- Handle and store food items safely and keep the work area clean and sanitized. Including all opening and closing duties.
- Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Adhere to uniform and grooming standards.
- Perform other duties or projects as requested by management.
Qualifications and Skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Prioritization and time management skills.
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``` - 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.
Additional Job Information/Anticipated
Pay Range
Benefits
Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account with Company Match
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Vacation and Sick Days
- Sonesta Hotel Discounts
- Educational Assistance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Various Employee Perks and Discounts
Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity