Hotel Cook - Twin Farms

About the position

The Rounds Cook reliably serves as a dynamic ingredient in the many areas of kitchen operations. He/she works in close collaboration with the Executive and Sous chefs to consistently execute food preparation that meets and even exceeds Twin Farms’ renowned standards of quality. As a member of a fast-paced and creative culinary team, the Rounds Cook may fill in at every possible kitchen station: from breakfast or lunch, to dinner or buffets, to pastry.

Responsibilities

• Execute the preparation/cooking of various food items, ensuring all offerings consistently live up to our Five Star recognition.
• Develop and maintain ability to step up and serve at a variety of kitchen stations - breakfast, lunch, dinner, buffets, and pastry.
• Continually monitor fine details of food production and take responsibility for efficient use of inventory, quality/consistency, and the accommodation of guest specifications.
• Proactively utilize culinary knowledge and creativity in proposing, developing, and implementing thoughtful and novel menu items that build on Twin Farm’s brand success.
• Assume the role of liaison between the kitchen and other hotel departments, demonstrating superb lateral service, collaboration, and teamwork.
• Observe department safety procedures and policies, including proper organization of work stations as well as sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations, including utilizing tools/equipment, planning and preparing a wide range of foods, and working in an effective team format.
• Capable and knowledgeable in producing consistent and high-quality product in a timely manner.
• Able to offer support to kitchen leadership with fresh ideas and creativity toward menu development and presentation.
• Knowledgeable of nutritional standards and in management of alternatives to allergy/dietary restrictions.
• Able to take direction and work independently with appropriate time management skills and good follow through/completion of tasks.
• Skilled in sharing expertise with others and ready to develop new culinary skills and experiences.
• Able to exert clear communication and friendly interpersonal skills.
• Adept at providing clear direction, fielding questions, and providing clarification in a supportive and positive tone.
• Able to embody and model a dedication to quality assurance with sincerity in working to exceed guest expectations.
• Able to maintain a positive attitude and ability to work well with other team members despite strains and demands.
• Able to exert strong organizational skills and efficient management of work station.
• Knowledgeable of basic kitchen and food safety procedures, including proper use of equipment and handling and storing of foods.
• Familiar with wise use of kitchen resources/inventory.

Nice-to-haves

• Culinary education and/or on the job training with hotel and fine dining experience preferred.
• Previous experience cooking in a fine dining restaurant of at least 2 years.

Benefits

• Property Gratuities
• Paid time off up to 4 weeks
• Paid sick leave
• Holiday Pay
• Paid overtime
• Paid health and vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Daily Staff Meal
• Relocation Assistance