Cook

Our busy restaurant is looking for a detail-oriented individual with exceptional time management abilities who is passionate about providing our clients with an exceptional dining experience. As our next line cook, you will be responsible for ensuring that every dish is cooked and presented following appropriate recipes, presentation standards, and with accuracy for the guest order. We need an experienced cook who is comfortable with a variety of cooking techniques such as poaching, braising, roasting, charbroiling, sautéing, grilling, frying, and baking. Our ideal applicant is a team player who can successfully communicate with other kitchen staff to keep our restaurant running efficiently. If you have a friendly and energetic attitude with a passion for food, please apply today!Compensation:

$18 an hour DOE

Responsibilities:

• Cook food orders at stations by following established recipes and presentation standards for grilling, broiling, and sautéing menu items
• Keep all workstations, counters, cooking equipment, and refrigerators clean and sanitary according to health and safety rules
• Establish a system of food stations and stock them with all of the necessary ingredients for the shift
• Ensure that all interactions with visitors, vendors and colleagues are conducted in a professional and friendly manner
• Adhere to established storage and waste control standards for meats, vegetables, fruits, and dairy products to ensure quality food is served

Qualifications:

• Candidates must be hardworking, detail-oriented, and have a strong work ethic
• Ability to understand and comply with kitchen sanitation, safety and equipment usage, and food storage
• We prefer some experience working in the food service industry
• Candidates must have completed high school or received similar certification such as a GED
• Display excellent communication and interpersonal skills with customers and coworkers

About Company

Tucked away near the scenic Litchfield Hills of Connecticut and conveniently located between New York & Boston, The Heritage Hotel, Golf, Spa, & Conference Center boasts New England charm with a modern touch. We offer many on-site amenities to enhance your stay, such as a full-service spa, complete gym & health club, a restaurant, golfing, & more.

The state of Connecticut boasts many diverse dining options, attractions for all ages & interests, historical sites & museums, and many micro-breweries & distilleries. Check out our explore page and plan your New England adventure today!