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Cook I - Marriott Fort Collins, Colorado

Hotel Equities, Fort Collins, CO, United States


Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable

Cook I

for the Marriott in Fort Collins, Colorado.

Job Purpose
Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe sanitary work environment. Warm, knowledgeable service and helpful guidance reassure guests they’ve made the right choice to stay with us.

Responsibilities

Prepare all 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 qualify 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.

Be available to help other departments in emergency situations.

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 Skills.

Properly handle and account for keys.

Be knowledgeable of policies regarding emergency procedures, lost and found items and security concerns.

Qualifications and Requirements

At least one (1) years’ prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking.

Experience cooking in hotel kitchens preferred.

Experience with Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Wyndham or Hyatt processes and standards preferred.

Other

Being passionate about people and service.

Strong communication skills are essential when interacting with guests and employees.

Reading and writing abilities are used often when completing paperwork, logging issues/complaints/requests/ information updates, etc.

Basic math skills are used frequently when handling cash or credit.

Problem-solving, reasoning, motivating, and training abilities are often used.

Have the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and/or holidays.

What we Offer

Salary range: $18 - $19/hr

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)

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Parental leave

Referral program

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