Full Time Cook - Restaurant - Hospitality

Cook Position At Highgate Hotels
Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.
One of the longest-standing hotels in Downtown L.Hotel Figueroa recently completed a stunning restoration by award-winning design agency Studio Collective. Hotel Figueroa's fierce spirit is now matched with modern touches, all while respecting the property's original footprint and Spanish Colonial design.
The hotel boasts 268 rooms and suites, five F&B outlets and a landscaped courtyard featuring its iconic coffin-shaped pool. Hotel Figueroa's vibrant arts program includes rotating art exhibits showcasing the works of L.A.'s most compelling female artists — an homage to its founding in 1926 as the largest project to have been financed, owned and operated by women.
Have thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required, according to hotel standards.
Complete necessary food and station preparation prior to the opening of the restaurant in order to ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently during the Restaurant and Room Service operating hours.
Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (peeling, chopping, julienne cutting, brunoise dicing, cross chopping, etc.).
Prepare and display food items according to the hotel standards.
Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups, and other hot food products.
Cook food in various utensils or grillers (stir frying, grilling, roasting, baking, sautéing, poaching, simmering, etc.)
Recognize quality standards in fresh vegetables, fish, and dairy and meat products.
Use Production Charts as specified by hotel's standards.
Proficient in all work stations in the kitchen.
Maintain clean and sanitary environment with knowledge of proper handling, storage, and sanitation.
Prepare all foods following hotel standard recipes. Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.
Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion.
Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen.
Breakdown kitchen line, storing food, cleaning and sanitizing cooking line and equipment properly at the end of each meal period.
Know the location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment.
Be able to support any position in the Kitchen that is in need of help.
Follow all Health Department and Company regulations in regards to food and storage standards and safety.
Be able to operate and maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment.
Maintain a "Clean As You Go" policy.
Assist in storage and rotation of food items according to hotel procedures.
Assist with removing trash from the kitchen.
Sign keys out and back in under supervision as needed.
High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
Culinary experience required.
Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
Ability to stand during entire shift
Proficiency in the following cooking techniques: charbroiling, poaching, deep-frying, sauté, braising, roasting and par-cooking.
Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
We are pleased to offer to our full-time associates a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.

Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions
Paid holidays
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Educational opportunities / Tuition reimbursement
Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law
8 paid holidays per year

• 8 paid holidays per year; employees working in the City of Denver receive 64 hours of designated holiday time per calendar year
• 8 paid holidays per year
• For such associates, eligibility for and the terms and conditions of benefits are governed by the applicable CBA and any applicable plan documents, and may differ from the benefits described above.