Pacifica Hotels actively searching for a Cook I to join the team at Jamaica Bay Inn. The Cook will primarily be responsible for cooking food as ordered and should be able to work on several different orders simultaneously. The Cook will also be responsible for washing, cutting and preparing food for serving and/or cooking.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the job include but are not limited to:
- Adhere to Pacifica’s Pure Stay guidelines to ensure the health, safety and comfort of our team members and guests.
- Utilize Proper Protective Equipment (PPE) as required and in accordance with property specific guidelines
- Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food properly.
- Utilize proper personal protective equipment when handling food, cleaning equipment and as needed.
- 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 according to food safety regulations. Update required food and temperature logs.
- 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.
Health Benefits & More
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401k, Vacation and Sick Leave are offered with this position. We also encourage quarterly team building and giving back to the communities in which we work through regular volunteering, and select charity promotions throughout the year.
Pay Range: $18-$21 per hour
Required
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1 - 2 years: Experience working in hotel or restaurant
- 1 - 2 years: Professional cooking experience
Preferred
Preferred
Preferred
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Conflict Resolution
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Detail Oriented
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Work Well Under Pressure
Preferred
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Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
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Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
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Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Preferred
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Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
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Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
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Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization