Temporary Saucier Cook, The Statler Hotel

This position will be working 19 hours per week, day shift, Monday-Friday.
Recruiting Range for this role is $22.00 - $25.00/hour. Pay rate will be based on education and experience.

The Statler Hotel employees are a team of hospitality professionals who proudly lead the premiere collegiate lifestyle hotel, welcoming the world to the cherished gathering place for those who love Cornell University. We challenge thinking while connecting and cultivating people. Our actions are driven by a collective aspiration to build a culture of collaboration, celebration, and excellence. Our mission is to provide uniquely crafted experiences through personalized connections that will inspire future leaders who will change the world of hospitality.

Statler Hotel leaders are expected to lead with hospitality. We connect with each member of our staff, ensuring staff feel welcomed, comfortable, and important. We strive for self-mastery, accepting of ourselves and others, demonstrating empathy, and gratitude. We lead with a servant's heart, practicing the fundamentals of LEAD (listen, educate, action, and deliver). We engage, intentionally giving our time, talent, and heart to those we lead, ensuring everyone on our team feels significant, and leveraging the power of encouragement. We use a coaching style of leadership, utilizing SMART goals and extending grace as we motivate employees to do their best. We create stories and memorable experiences to inspire our staff.

As a member of the Statler Hotel's Culinary Team, the Saucier cook is responsible for:

• The execution and completion of the daily prep list, specifically soup and sauces

• Prep and cut, vegetables, and check pars of items against the prep list

• Setting up station for production, and maintaining of clean, professional work area.

• Preparing items with speed and accuracy as per event requirments

• Monitoring temperatures of all prepared foods, and record them as required

• Providing functional supervision and training to student cooks

• Working closely with the front of house and leadership to solve problems and make sure the customer is getting a quality experience

• Supporting other team members when able

• Maintain efficient time management and productivity during slow periods throughout the shift

• Cleaning the station after each period of service or when needed or directed to by supervisor

• Filling out prep lists, closing the shift while adhering to operating standards

• Maintaining a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

• Reporting to the Sous Chef/Manager

We are a 4 diamond hotel and our goal is to provide the highest quality experience for our guests at The Statler Hotel.

Required Qualifications:

· High School Diploma or equivalent required; culinary degree preferred

· 1-2 years of experience cooking in a restaurant, hotel, or resort

· Understanding of cooking methods and procedures, and knife handling skills

· Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail

· Ability to read and follow cooking directions

· Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment

· Must be organized and self-motivated

· Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift, and carry heavy materials

Preferred Qualifications:

• A degree from an accredited College or University with a focus on Culinary Arts

University Job Title:

Temporary Food Service/Kitchen Worker

Job Family:

Temporary Auxiliary Services

Level:

No Grade - Hourly

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Pay Range:

Refer to Posting Language

Remote Option Availability:

Onsite

Company:

Contact Name:

Lisa Rhoads

Contact Email:

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2026-08-07