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Aimbridge Hospitality
Embassy Suites Baltimore at BWI Airport - Line Cook
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What they do
A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$35,508 / year median in Maryland
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Embassy Suites Baltimore at BWI Airport - Line Cook
A line-Cook is responsible for preparing / cooking all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Corporate HQ outlet, Banquets/Catering in meeting rooms, and Executive Lounge, while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product. He/she is also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen and work areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
- Food Handlers Certification (must comply with State requirements)
- Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
- Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
- Must work well in stressful, high pressure situations.
- Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Approach all encounters with guests and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards).
- Comply at all times with Aimbridge Hospitality standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
- Comply with certification requirements as applicable to position to include Food Handlers, Safety, etc.
- Maintain a friendly and warm demeanor at all times.
- Have thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required according to hotel standards.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas.
- Complete necessary food and station preparations prior to opening of the Restaurant/Dining Outlet or Cafe in order to ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently during the operating hours.
- Prepare and display buffet food items according to Aimbridge Hospitality standards.
- Maintain post on kitchen line as required during the operating hours in order to prepare food to order, maintaining the highest standards of efficiency, productivity and quality.
- Prepare food for Banquets, as required, following specifications of Banquet Event Orders.
- Prepare and service food for Associate Cafeteria as specified by the restaurant leadership.
- Prepare all foods following Aimbridge Hospitality standard recipes.
- Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the restaurant leadership.
- Breakdown buffets and kitchen line, storing food and equipment properly at the end of each meal period.
- Work banquet food station as scheduled by restaurant leadership.
- Know the location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment.
- Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible injury to self or other associates.
- Be familiar with all hotel policies and house rules.
- Be familiar with hotel's emergency procedures.
- Use Production Charts as specified by Aimbridge Hospitality standards.
- Associates must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to guests, managers and other associates.
- Be able to operate and maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment.
- Maintain the "Clean As You Go" policy.
- Assist in storage and rotation of food items according to hotel procedures.
- Sign keys out and back in under supervision as needed.
- Attend meetings as required by management.
- Perform any other duties as requested by management.
- Interact and occasionally have unsupervised contact with guests and/or colleagues
- Maintain a high level of trust and responsibility
- Represent the company with certain level of reputation and good character as well as exercise sound judgementAfter an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:
- Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
- Term Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k Retirement Plan