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Banquet Cook - Full-time
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time |
|---|---|
| Location | Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile Chicago, Illinois |
About this job
Description
Marriott International portfolio of brands includes both JW Marriott and Marriott Hotels.
Marriott Hotels, Marriott International’s flagship brand with more than 500 global locations, is advancing the art of hosting so that our guests can travel brilliantly. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep this promise by delivering premium choices, sophisticated style, and well-crafted details. With your skills and imagination, together we will innovate and reinvent the future of travel.
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 70 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. Our associates deliver sophisticated and warmly authentic service in a comfortable and luxurious atmosphere that cultivates fulfilling experiences for both our associates and our guests.
About the hotel:
The Chicago Marriott Downtown is a 1200 room hotel on Chicago’s prestigious Magnificent Mile. Featuring 66,400 sq. ft. of meeting space, RUSH bar, Rush Street Pantry, and the restaurant Harvest. The Food and Beverage team is widely known for its commitment to local sourcing and chef crafted food. As part of this commitment the hotel operates a scratch Bakery, Butcher Shop and Hot and Cold Commissaries charged with producing everything from handmade pastas to a selection of house-made charcuterie items. In addition, the hotel manages a rooftop herb and vegetable garden and was an early adopter of the practice of urban beekeeping. With an extensive beverage program that features house branded wines, beer, whisky, locally roasted coffee and even their own soda pop the Chicago Marriott Downtown is an innovator in both the areas of culinary arts and mixology.
About this position:
This specific cook role is an hourly position primarily responsible for the production of food preparation and execution in our Banquet Kitchen. Menus vary according to guest needs, are diverse and often custom in nature to be personalized to each unique group. Work in other areas/shifts may be required. See additional details of responsibilities as listed in the official job description for this position.
Desired Candidate Attributes:
The ability to work in a positive and productive manner, eye for detail, creativity and a strong foundation in the fundamentals of cookery and sanitation are prerequisites for this position. Strong communications skills and an outgoing personality are important attributes. Culinary School or equivalent experience and 1+ years of professional kitchen experience are preferred.
Qualifications
Job Summary
Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Set-up and break down work station. Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles. Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment. Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.
Marriott International portfolio of brands includes both JW Marriott and Marriott Hotels.
Marriott Hotels, Marriott International’s flagship brand with more than 500 global locations, is advancing the art of hosting so that our guests can travel brilliantly. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep this promise by delivering premium choices, sophisticated style, and well-crafted details. With your skills and imagination, together we will innovate and reinvent the future of travel.
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 70 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. Our associates deliver sophisticated and warmly authentic service in a comfortable and luxurious atmosphere that cultivates fulfilling experiences for both our associates and our guests.
About the hotel:
The Chicago Marriott Downtown is a 1200 room hotel on Chicago’s prestigious Magnificent Mile. Featuring 66,400 sq. ft. of meeting space, RUSH bar, Rush Street Pantry, and the restaurant Harvest. The Food and Beverage team is widely known for its commitment to local sourcing and chef crafted food. As part of this commitment the hotel operates a scratch Bakery, Butcher Shop and Hot and Cold Commissaries charged with producing everything from handmade pastas to a selection of house-made charcuterie items. In addition, the hotel manages a rooftop herb and vegetable garden and was an early adopter of the practice of urban beekeeping. With an extensive beverage program that features house branded wines, beer, whisky, locally roasted coffee and even their own soda pop the Chicago Marriott Downtown is an innovator in both the areas of culinary arts and mixology.
About this position:
This specific cook role is an hourly position primarily responsible for the production of food preparation and execution in our Banquet Kitchen. Menus vary according to guest needs, are diverse and often custom in nature to be personalized to each unique group. Work in other areas/shifts may be required. See additional details of responsibilities as listed in the official job description for this position.
Desired Candidate Attributes:
The ability to work in a positive and productive manner, eye for detail, creativity and a strong foundation in the fundamentals of cookery and sanitation are prerequisites for this position. Strong communications skills and an outgoing personality are important attributes. Culinary School or equivalent experience and 1+ years of professional kitchen experience are preferred.
Qualifications
Job Summary
Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Set-up and break down work station. Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles. Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment. Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.
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