Restaurant Cook - Nullagvik Hotel

Job Description

The Hotel Cook position is responsible for the preparation, production, and presentation of a variety of foods, completion of production sheets and with other associated food service activities.

 

Responsibilities

•  Properly, safely and efficiently prepare food products while following standard food-handling procedures.
•  Performs all main line food production duties with specific items determined by assigned shift.
•  Review the needs of the day with assigned supervisor(s), completes production sheets, reviews maintenance reports, and verifies supply needs and availability.
•  Assists assigned supervisors with menu and recipe development.
•  Is responsible for quantity and quality control in food production as well as overall sanitation of assigned areas.
•  Assists in the supervision and training of food service personnel.
•  Arranges for kitchen helpers/assistants to complete smaller item preparation.
• Verifies and oversees food serving lines, areas, bars, etc., making sure they are properly stocked, set up, and cleaned.
•  Ensure work areas are properly cleaned and organized prior to the end of every shift, providing a seamless transition to the next shift or rotation.
•  Using a working knowledge of all general food service area personnel, this position “fills in” for any one of these positions at a moment’s notice.
•  Observes and instructs others on the proper rotation procedures to be followed for produce and dairy products.
• Maintains food production equipment and storage areas following proper sanitation, safety, and operational procedures.
•  Has ability to recognize and use proper PPE for the job tasks.
•  Assist in the supervision and training of food service personnel.
•  Adhere to all safety policies, requirements and training.
•  Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned.

 

Qualifications

•  High school diploma or GED equivalent.
•  Food Handler card, or Alaska Food Workers card within 30 days of employment.
•  Must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Preferred Qualifications
•  Preference given to candidates with Deltek Costpoint experience.
•  Preference given to candidates with lodging industry experience.
•   At least two (2) years of directly related vocational training (candidates without such training need two additional years of related experience), preferred.
•  At least three (3) years of directly related food preparation experience, preferred.
•  Certain position(s) require a valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under NMS’ vehicle insurance policy.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Weather: Indoors

Noise level: Moderate

Office conditions: Pace of work environment: Medium

Customer Interaction: High

Description of environment: Hotel restaurant

Constantly required to stand; frequently required to walk; occasionally required to lift, pull and push.

Physical requirements: Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Travel: None