Cook - Part Time

We’re Sonesta International Hotels. The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast. An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect. Together We Thrive—bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting. Job Description Summary Position Summary The Cook sets the tone for Sonesta’s mission by always going above and beyond for our guests and coworkers. The role’s primary responsibility is to prepare and produce food orders according to quality standards. The Cook shall maintain a safe work environment and follow established sanitation and safety standards. The ideal candidate has a passion for hospitality and providing exceptional guest service. Work Environment Must be able work in a fast-paced environment. Majority of work takes place indoors. Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures - i.e. freezers, loading dock. Job Description Principle duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions) include: Produce all food orders in a timely and consistent manner in accordance with established quality standards. Test food to ensure quality and consistency of all meals served. Operate all kitchen equipment in a safe and responsible manner. Handle and store food items safely and keep work area clean and sanitized. Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines. Adhere to uniform and grooming standards. Perform other duties or projects as requested by management. Physical Demands Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Frequent bending, kneeling and reaching. Ability to stand during entire shift. Expected Hours of Work Must be flexible to work variable days of the week to include weekends and holidays. Must be flexible to work variable shifts (days, nights, overnights). Ten-to-twelve-hour shifts sometimes required. Qualifications And Skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Prioritization and time management skills. Must be able to read recipes and follow their instructions. Employ math skills to appropriately prepare items according to recipes. Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance. Attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees. Track record of delivering exceptional guest or client experience. Ability to communicate, both verbally and written, effectively with guests, vendors and co-workers. Education And Experience Relevant experience in restaurant or hotel food preparation preferred. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. Pay Range Pay range $27.26 $28.26. Pay rate outlined follows contract requirements. Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. Employees are offered a variety of benefits including: Medical and Dental Insurance Paid Vacation and Sick Days Paid Holidays Pension Legal Services Maternity and Parental Leave Go Beyond @SonestaHotels Who We Are We are an organization made up of people, thoughts and ideas – all working towards fulfilling our simple mission: To wow every guest, team member, partner & community we operate in by delivering quality, value & amazing hospitality. We will achieve our mission by being passionate about exceeding expectations - by being persistent, resilient, and constantly seeking new and creative ways to succeed. Doing the Right Thing and Going Beyond are our principles that guide everything we do. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This job description is subject to change at any time. Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sonesta International Hotels