Cook MDRD - 2nd Shift - Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

From comfortably casual to lavishly appointed, AHC Hospitality represents a diverse array of hotels, restaurants, and resorts.

Our team members provide exceptional experiences that delight our guests at every touchpoint. Whether hosting a meeting for several hundred, serving a table for two, or creating a beautiful space for our guests to enjoy, AHC Hospitality is full of opportunities for our guests, as well as our associates.

We invest in supporting your growth and are a company who sees your success as our success. Choose a property that fits your personality : the Amway Grand Plaza, JW Marriott Grand Rapids, AC Hotel by Marriott, Courtyard by Marriott Downtown and start your unstoppable career here.

This is a Full Time position with 2nd shift hours. Weekend availability required.

This position is eligible for full benefits (medical, dental & vision), DailyPay, 401K, paid vacation, tuition reimbursement, free downtown parking, free employee meals, hotel and restaurant discounts and more.

SUMMARY

Prepares, produces, heats, cooks, and bakes a variety of foods according to recipes in the daily preparation of meal service for MDRD.

Follow the guest service standards and creates teamwork that produces quality food and service to each Hotel Guest.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares, produces, heats, cooks, and bakes a variety of foods including soups, entrees, meats, vegetables, or foods specified by the MDRD standards
• Operates kitchen equipment such as, but not limited to, electric mixers, slicers, ovens, fryers, stove tops, tilt-skillets, tilt kettles, warmers, and coolers.
• Utilizes kitchenware such as, but not limited to, knives, spatulas, whisks, tongs, spoons, and ladles.
• Possesses good culinary skills and abilities. Forward thinker with a creative mindset
• Ability to work swiftly and efficiently. Utilizes time well and stays productive throughout the entire shift
• Assists in the monitoring, reduction, and management of food waste.
• Knows each menu item, ingredients and allergens
• Aware of groups and activities that are going on in the restaurant and Hotel
• Exceed guest satisfaction and looks for ways to provide the best possible service. Takes pride in their work
• Understands all facets of job responsibilities and displays the skills necessary to complete tasks
• Reports to work on time and rarely misses scheduled shifts. Follows the department attendance policy
• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly deep cleaning of the facility, and all kitchen equipment such as counters, tables, ovens, refrigerators, freezers, mixers, transient hot carts, mobile carts, and rolling racks
• Displays a positive, courteous and polite attitude, works well with others
• Takes pride in their appearance and reports to work in complete uniform, wearing the proper shoes and socks professionally dressed and neatly groomed
• Displays a sense of urgency and the ability to resolve guest concerns or department issues on their own

DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, produce, cook, heat, bake, assemble, a large variety of foods with a high degree of skill
• Receive, label, and store food and supplies according to APGH, EcoSure and Health Department Standards
• Maintain a clean, organized work area, including ovens, tables, counters, coolers and freezers
• Communicate with management or team members about product or equipment needs
• Any other additional responsibilities that may be asked by General Manager, Chef de Cuisine or Senior Management

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have paid cooking experience.
• At least 1+ years cooking in a fine dining or comparable restaurant required.
• ServeSafe or other comparable certification preferred but not necessary.
9 days ago