The Opportunity: We are currently looking for a Cook to join our Team
Job Responsibilities
Key responsibilities of a Cook include:
Preparing menu items according to standard recipe, plating and time standards
Portioning, arranging, and garnishing food to ensure proper presentation
Labeling and dating all food items that are prepped and/or opened from their original packaging to ensure proper rotation
Assuming 100% responsibility for the quality of products prepared and served
Stocking and maintaining sufficient levels of food products at work station to ensure a smooth service period
Assisting other cooks during times of heavy business volume
Covering breaks and assisting other kitchen areas during slow periods
Assisting with storeroom duties as needed, such as receiving orders and rotating stock
Maintaining professional communication with front of the house staff to accommodate all guest requests and special dietary needs
Observing and testing food to ensure proper quality using methods such as tasting, smelling, or testing proper cooking temperature with a thermometer
Maintaining a clean and organized work area
Ensuring that equipment in work area is clean and in proper working condition
Operating a variety of kitchen equipment
Stocking, dating, rotating and checking temperatures of product
Demonstrating the Evolution Hospitality Values and Guiding Principles
Job Requirements
The minimum qualifications for this position are:
Must be able to comprehend English language sufficient to understand information such as labels, instructions, and basic requests
Must possess proficient knife skills
Ability to use cut glove and other kitchen safety equipment
Ability to adjust to high pressure situations and be open to change
Ability to work where there is frequent exposure to smoke, steam, high and low temperatures and humidity
Ability to stand, walk and move around during entire shift
Ability to handle, carry and/or lift items weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy
Must be willing and have the ability to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, holidays and weekends
Must have a valid Certified Food Handlers Card
Perform other duties as assigned.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
About Evolution Hospitality
Headquartered in Orange County, CA, Evolution Hospitality is one of the top privately-owned hotel management companies in the US. Evolution Hospitality has a well-defined vision, a strong sense of values and guiding principles, and a long-range, quality-minded approach to business. From unassuming beginnings with a single property, today Evolution Hospitality is recognized as a first-class operator of hotels.
We are proud to offer candidates a dynamic career, personal growth, a strong tradition of mutual trust, integrity and an opportunity to make an impact on the business. Simply put, it means that it feels a bit different to work here. We are universally driven by our fundamental values and beliefs. At Evolution Hospitality, all associates are selected and evaluated on two criteria equally: results and culture. Honesty and humility are equally important as intellect and ability, and each member of the team embraces the challenge of becoming a better human being, both personally and professionally, as part of the package. Superstars are those individuals that not only create value for the company but also genuinely embrace and live Evolution Hospitality’s unique culture.
Are you ready to evolve? If you are interested in establishing a solid career and taking giant strides in personal growth, Evolution Hospitality is just the family you’re looking for.
