- Location
- Southwest Harbor, ME
- Department
- Retail
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Set on the shores of Somes Sound in Southwest Harbor, The Claremont is a cherished Maine retreat where timeless elegance meets relaxed coastal charm. As part of the Acadia Collection, we’re passionate about creating joyful, unforgettable moments for our guests - and that starts with an incredible team. If you’re thoughtful, enthusiastic, and love the idea of working in a beautiful and welcoming environment, we’d love to have you on board!
Job Summary:
Line Cooks prepare delicious meals according to menu. An excellent cook must be able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well-prepared meals. They must be deft in moving around the kitchen and apt in multi-tasking. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is important.
Some Areas of Responsibility:
- Prepare and serve all food items using high quality ingredients and appropriate garnishes.
- Use recipes and correct portion sizes to provide a consistent product while controlling costs.
- Record and monitor food temperatures during storage, preparation, cooking, and serving.
- Label, date, and properly store all foods.
- Monitor and record temperatures of all kitchen refrigerators and freezers daily.
- Control overproduction and waste of all food items.
- Comply with all state and local rules and regulations for a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen.
- Responsible for washing and sanitizing food service equipment.
- Responsible for general cleaning of cook’s area, freezers, refrigerators, and storage areas.
- Follow established safety procedures while operating kitchen equipment.
- Responsible for storage of items received from vendors.
- Check inventory of needed supplies daily to ensure proper stock levels for the preparation of menu items.
- Mop and clean kitchen as needed.
- Removes garbage to dumpster as needed.
- Reports equipment and safety issues to the Food Service Director.
- Work as a team member to maintain a pleasant, effective work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills
- Proven experience as cook
- Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware
- Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
- Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
- Ability to work in a team
- Very good communication skills
Success Factors:
- Ambassador of Joy: Embody and promote a culture of positivity and enthusiasm, ensuring that both guests and staff feel welcomed, valued, and inspired.
- Customer-Centric Focus: Understand and anticipate the needs of both internal and external guests, consistently exceeding expectations.
- Meticulous Attention to Detail: Deliver work that is precise, thorough, and up to the highest standards of luxury hospitality.
- Effective Communication: Provide clear, concise, and actionable information to ensure colleagues, guests, and stakeholders are well-informed.
- Ownership & Accountability: Take full responsibility for tasks, ensuring they are followed through to achieve the desired results.
- Foster Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively within teams, motivating others to sustain exceptional levels of performance.
- Build Strong Relationships: Establish trust and foster cooperation with colleagues, guests, and partners to promote mutual success.
Safety and Security
- Recognizes and reports potential safety hazards in the hotel, such as broken doors or railings, fire hazards, etc.
- Recognizes and reports potential security problems in the hotel, such as locking doors after hours, etc.
- Understands and follows policies and procedures for the hotel’s key control system and ensures others follow them.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Any other duties assigned by Supervisor.
