Culinary Cafe Cook

Job Description:

The Café Cook is required to lead by example through hands-on involvement of all aspects of Café production and service. The café Cook must always represent the Executive Chef’s core values on Quality, Sanitation and fair treatment of all associates. The Café Cook is responsible for maintaining the clean, organized and efficient workplace that has been implemented by the Executive Chef and Chef De Cuisine. The café cook will report directly to the Chef De Cuisine, Banquet Chef and/or Chef Tournant

Job Requirements:

Maintain professional relations with associates, treating them with respect and holding accountable, in line with the Kitchen and Hotel standards.

Leadership:

Demonstrate open communication between kitchen and front of house.

Demonstrate open communication between the café team and the rest of the culinary team.

Instill a calm, organized approach in all situations or conflicts.

Display excellent communication and organizational skills.

Physical Requirements:

Able to lift a minimum of 50lbs over the course of a shift

Able to stand/ walk for an extended period over the course of a shift

SECURITY, HEALTH AND SAFETY:

The Cafe Cook is required to uphold all safety and security measures for both the guest and associates.

Protect the assets of the hotel at all times.

Additional Information for Success:

Important to be well versed in all aspects of the Cafe: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner, butchering, Receiving of products, and overall sanitation.

Important to work shifts when hotel activity is highest.

Important to understand clearly how the customer perceives the hotel’s food and service.

Important to understand the need to build a strong team of culinary professionals.

Experience:

Must have at least 2 years preferably in an upscale hotel, restaurant and/or country club.