Cook II

About the role

The Benson Hotel & Faculty Club is seeking a Food Service Worker to join our team. This position requires a strong understanding of culinary practices and procedures, and the ability to maintain a safe and sanitary work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe sanitary work environment.
• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per dupe from servers.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare more than estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per the SOP, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
• Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designed storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per SOP.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent experience.
• Minimum one-year food service or related work experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cooking and the practices and procedures of a kitchen in order to perform non-repetitive analytical work.

Skills

• Physical Demands: Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Environment: Inside 100% of 8 hour shift. Going in the freezer temperatures can be -10 degrees. On the front line, temperatures can be over 100 degrees.

Benefits

• Exceptional Benefits & Perks: Explore & Save, Comprehensive Health Coverage, and a Culture That Celebrates You.

Pay

USD $20.00 - USD $23.00 /Hr.

Schedule

Position regularly involves lifting food cases and metros weighing up to 70 lbs. Items include food, small equipment. Periodic climbing required. Bending of the knees does become necessary when using the lower oven for cooking, 5-10 times a day. Mobility - full range of mobility and the ability to travel 30-50 feet on a regular basis throughout the day. Continuous standing - during preparation, during service hours or during expediting, usually all day. Must be able to hear equipment timers and communicate with other staff. Must be able to see that product is prepared appropriately. Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry. Must be able to understand and follow verbal/written instructions and communicate both verbally and in writing.

Why You'll Love Working at Sage

Explore & Save: Exclusive discounts at Sage Hotels & Restaurants nationwide.

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, and dental insurance.

Culture That Celebrates You: Building a community where creativity thrives, passion drives every detail, and belonging is a core value.