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Banquet Cook II

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loewshotels logoLoewshotels · Chicago - Loews Chicago Hotel, IL
Full-timeOn-siteToday
ClassificationSAFe
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Requirements

  • High School Diploma, or its equivalent
  • Post Secondary culinary training/certification as "Cook" from a recognized culinary training school +One year experience cooking in an upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or equivalent
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of Food Service Sanitation Standards
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use
  • Ability to stand, stoop, bend; lift and carry up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to read, write and speak English
  • Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays
  • The wage for this position is $26.94. Visit this site to view benefits this role may be eligible for based on classification:
  • Loews Hotels Benefits

Benefits

Competitive health & wellness benefits, 401(k) & company matchPaid Sick Days, Vacation, and Holidays, Paid Bereavement, Paid Pet BereavementTraining & Development opportunities, career growthTuition ReimbursementPet InsuranceTeam Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks and moreJob SpecificSets up and organizes work area with all necessary supplies and equipmentReceives, inspects, rotates all food products to ensure fresh, high quality ingredients are usedPrepares and stores raw food products properlyFollows standardized recipes in the preparation and cooking of menu itemsAdheres to established portion control guidelines, minimizes wastePlates cold foods according to established plating/presentation guidelinesMonitors finished product to ensure food is served promptly, notifies supervisor of any delays in serviceEnsures that a quality product is prepared and served in a timely mannerFollows all Governmental Food Sanitation Standards at all timesMonitors refrigeration and holding temperatures, cleans and sanitizes work surfaces, washes hands frequentlyUses knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders and all other equipment in a safe manner according to the manufactures recommendationsNotifies Supervisor of and equipment malfunction or safety hazard immediatelyProvides Steward with timely notification of need for clean dishes, pots, pans etc.Returns cooking utensils to pot wash area, informs Steward of any HOT itemsCleans and breaks down work area, returns all unused ingredients to proper storage at end of shiftEnsures that all closing side work is complete, cooking equipment is turned off and kitchen is secure at end of shiftOther duties as assignedGeneralPromotes and applies teamwork skills at all timesNotifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or areas of concernIs polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow employeesExecutes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standardsComplies with required safety regulations and proceduresAttends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessionsMaintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work areaComplies with hotel standards, policies and rulesRecycles whenever possibleRemains current with hotel information and changesComplies with hotel uniform and grooming standardsHealth insurance401(k)Paid time offFlexible schedule

Additional Information

Experience the Windy City from the heart of it all. Loews Chicago Hotel , situated steps from Navy Pier and Magnificent Mile, offers guests spectacular city skyline and lake views, while enjoying the comforts of home. Welcome to City Sophistication where convenience and relaxation meet. Who We Are : Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations. Growth and belonging start here ; you'll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role-from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT-offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact. Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

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