Chase Park Plaza Banquet Cook 2 - Starting at $16.35 hourly at Sonesta Hotels International Corporation in St. Louis, Missouri

Job Description:

Job Description Summary

The Line Cook II prepares all food items while giving attention to cleanliness and sanitation, quality standards, taste, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness with respect for fellow cooks and the hotel environment. Must be able to supervise Line Cook III

Job Description

The ideal candidate has a passion for hospitality and providing exceptional guest service.

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.


• The majority of work takes place indoors.


• Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures - i.e. freezers, loading dock.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.


• Frequent bending, kneeling, and reaching.


• Ability to stand during the entire shift.

Expected Hours of Work

• Must be flexible to work variable days of the week to include weekends and holidays.


• Must be flexible to work variable shifts (days, nights, overnights).


• Ten to twelve-hour shifts are sometimes required.

Education and Experience

• Relevant experience in restaurant or hotel food preparation is preferred.


• Minimum of three (3) years cooking experience.


• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Principle duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions) include:

• Produce all food orders in a timely and consistent manner following established quality standards. Test food to ensure the quality and consistency of all meals served.


• Operate all kitchen equipment safely and responsibly.


• Read and understand banquet event orders (BEOs)


• Follow the detailed banquet prep list as written by the Chef.


• Handle and store food items safely and keep the work area clean and sanitized. Including all opening and closing duties.


• Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines.


• Adhere to uniform and grooming standards.


• Perform other duties or projects as requested by management.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Prioritization and time management skills.

• Must be able to read recipes and follow their instructions.


• Employ math skills to appropriately prepare items according to recipes.

• Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance.


• Attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers, and fellow employees.


• Track record of delivering exceptional guest or client experience.


• Ability to communicate, both verbally and written, effectively with guests, vendors, and co-workers.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance


• Health Savings Account with Company Match


• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match


• Paid Vacation and Sick Days


• Sonesta Hotel Discounts


• Educational Assistance


• Paid Parental Leave


• Company Paid Life Insurance


• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance


• Various Employee Perks and Discounts

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.