Line Cook-Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn

Job Purpose

Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe sanitary work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to standard recipes and as specified on guest check and following company and brand standards, to ensure consistency of product and achieve high guest satisfaction.
• Prepare daily requisitions for supplies and food items for production.
• Visually inspect, select, and use only food items of the highest standard in the preparation of all menu items.
• Check and control the proper storage of product and check portion control, to maintain qualified product.
• Keep all refrigeration, equipment, and storage and working areas in clean, working condition in order to comply with health department regulations.
• Good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment (stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles, etc).
• Must have knowledge of food and beverage preparation and service.
• Promptly report all maintenance issues.
• Properly receive and store food and other deliveries.
• Consult with upper kitchen management on a daily basis as well as with other departments that are directly related to the Food & Beverage Department.
• Participate in long range planning.
• Participate, support and make recommendations for ongoing hotel programs with continues improvement in networking.
• Participate in physical inventories.
• Guest Relations
• Be readily available/approachable for all guests.
• Take proactive approaches when dealing with guest concerns.
• Follow property specific second effort and recovery plan.
• Extend professionalism and courtesy to guests at all times.
• Adhere to all applicable Company Standard Operating Procedures.
• Be an enthusiastic, helpful and positive member of the team.
• Be professional, responsible and mature in conduct and behavior.
• Be understanding of, encouraging to and friendly with all co-workers.
• Be self-motivated and use time wisely.
• Maintain open line of communications with each department.
• Communicate pertinent information.
• Respond positively to new ideas.
• Openly accept critical/developmental feedback.
• Maintain effective communication through the use of meetings, memorandums.
• Perform other assignments as directed by supervisor.
• Adhere to all work rules, procedures and policies established by the company including, but not limited to those contained in the associate handbook.
• Safety and Security
• Properly handle and account for keys.
• Knowledgeable of policies regarding emergency procedures, lost and found items and security concerns.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High School diploma / Secondary qualification or equivalent.
• Experience with Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Wyndham or Hyatt processes and standards.

Skills

• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Basic computational ability.
• Ability to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
• Ability to physically self-demonstrate culinary techniques, i.e., cutting, cooking principles, plate presentation, safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to create appropriate buffet displays up to 5-6 feet in height and the ability to set up, maintain and breakdown same.
• Ability to create, builds, handle, and dismantle displays up to 8 feet high, including ice carvings.
• Ability to perform cutting skills on work surfaces, topped with cutting boards, 3 to 4 feet in height (banquet kitchen, prep kitchen, bake shop, etc.).
• Ability to create, builds, handle, and dismantle displays up to 8 feet high, including ice carvings.
• Ability to use and operate all necessary equipment.
• Ability to operate office equipment.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain any government required licenses, certificates or permits.

Amazing Benefits

• Hourly Rate between $20-$22.00 based on experience.
• Team Driven and Values Based Culture.
• Medical/Dental/Vision.
• Vacation & Holiday Pay.
• Same-day pay available.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Career Growth Opportunities/ Manager Training Program.
• Reduced Room Rates throughout the portfolio.
• Third Party Perks (Movie Tickets, Attractions, Other).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount.
• Flexible schedule.
• Flexible spending account.
• Life insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Referral program.