Executive Chef Assistant

Company: Loews Philadelphia Hotel: Bank & Bourbon
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cook to join our team at Loews Philadelphia Hotel: Bank & Bourbon. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking menu items to the highest standards of quality and presentation.Key Responsibilities

• Set up and organize the work area with all necessary supplies and equipment.
• Receive, inspect, and rotate all food products to ensure fresh and high-quality ingredients are used.
• Prepare and store raw food products properly.
• Follow standardized recipes in the preparation and cooking of menu items.
• Adhere to established portion control guidelines and minimize waste.
• Plate foods according to established plating and presentation guidelines.
• Monitor finished products and ensure they are served promptly, notifying the supervisor of any delays in service.
• Ensure that a quality product is prepared and served in a timely manner.
• Follow all Governmental Food Sanitation Standards at all times.
• Monitor refrigeration and holding temperatures, clean and sanitize work surfaces, and wash hands frequently.
• Use knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders, and all other equipment in a safe manner according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
• Notify the supervisor of any equipment malfunction or safety hazard immediately.
• Provide the steward with timely notification of the need for clean dishes, pots, pans, etc.
• Return utensils to the pot wash area and inform the steward of any hot items.
• Clean and break down the work area, returning all unused ingredients to proper storage at the end of the shift.
• Ensure that all closing side work is complete, cooking equipment is turned off, and the kitchen is secure at the end of the shift.Requirements
  • Promote and apply teamwork skills at all times.
  • Notify the appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or areas of concern.
  • Be polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management, and fellow employees.
  • Execute emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards.
  • Comply with required safety regulations and procedures.
  • Attend appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions.
  • Maintain the cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area.
  • Comply with hotel standards, policies, and rules.
  • Recycle whenever possible.
  • Remain current with hotel information and changes.
  • Comply with hotel uniform and grooming standards.Qualifications
    • High School Diploma or its equivalent.
    • One year of cooking experience in an upscale, high-volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or post-secondary culinary training/certification as a "Cook" from a recognized culinary training school.
    • Thorough knowledge and understanding of Food Service Sanitation Standards.
    • Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use.
    • Ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, and carry up to 35 pounds.
    • Ability to read, write, and speak English.
    • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.About Loews Philadelphia Hotel: Bank & BourbonFor more information about Loews Philadelphia Hotel: Bank & Bourbon, please visit .

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