Lead Cook I - Ember Latin Steakhouse

The Cook I is the highest-level cook and will assume lead role in production and execution in the kitchen, as well as training other cooks. This position may work in Banquet Kitchen, Market Restaurant, Albero Restaurant, or Ember Restaurant.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor the culinary team; Prepare food and menu items according to standard recipes; Monitor production and quality levels of all food products; Assist in developing and presenting new menu items; Receive and put away food requisitions checking for food products quality and amount; Inspect all refrigeration and dry storage for proper handling and rotation; Ensure that the stations are set up for service but also clean and that all food items are properly covered and stored at the end of shift; Assist in leading and participating in the preparation and execution of food in other kitchens within the hotel, as needed

Requirements

Three years’ culinary experience required; Advanced knife skills; Basic Food Safety certification required within 30 days of starting position required; Full Availability

Nice to have

Culinary school preferred; Experience in a kitchen with guest contact, scratch cooking, high volume highly preferred

Benefits

Awesome Employee Focused Culture with many Associate Events; Closed many weekends and most holidays - 10 days of holiday pay; Up to 14 Vacation & Sick days per year; Weekly pay; Leadership and Career development programs; Free Lunch in our newly remodeled Associate Cafeteria; Eligible for Medical Insurance and other awesome benefits within 30 days of employment; Employer matching 401k; Tuition Reimbursement; Free parking on-site; Free uniforms and we will clean them; Benchmark Hospitality hotel discounts