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Breakfast Cook | Garden Grille - Hilton Garden Inn | 5am-1pm

Shamin Hotels · Virginia Beach, VA · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagementFull-time

An integral member of the kitchen team responsible for preparing high-quality dishes according to established recipes and standards. Ensures efficient food production and maintains a clean, organized kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

  • Follow standardized recipes and guidelines to prepare a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, and desserts.
  • Measure and assemble ingredients accurately to ensure consistency and quality.
  • Cook and season food items according to specified methods and techniques.
  • Monitor cooking processes, temperatures, and cooking times to avoid overcooking or undercooking.
  • Work on a specific station (e.g., grill, sauté, fryer) as assigned by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.
  • Coordinate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of food orders.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workstation, including proper storage of ingredients, utensils, and equipment.
  • Inspect food products for freshness, quality, and appearance before cooking.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning levels as necessary to enhance flavor profiles.
  • Monitor portion sizes and presentation standards to meet customer expectations.
  • Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations, including proper handling, storage, and labeling of food items.
  • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen area, including equipment, countertops, and floors.
  • Monitor and record temperatures of food storage units and cooking equipment.
  • Communicate effectively with other kitchen staff, servers, and managers to ensure smooth coordination of food orders.
  • Assist colleagues during busy periods and contribute to a positive team environment.
  • Support kitchen leadership in training new cooks and ensuring adherence to kitchen standards.
  • Assist in monitoring inventory levels of food supplies and ingredients.
  • Notify kitchen leadership of low stock items or equipment malfunctions.
  • Assist with inventory counts and stock rotation to minimize waste and ensure freshness.

Requirements

  • Team Up: Be Golden, Collaborate and Help Others Succeed.
  • Own It: Be a role model, Embrace Responsibility and Keep Learning.
  • Passionately Serve: Be Positive, Care Deeply and Create Memories.

Paid bi-weekly.

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