Lead Cook

4 weeks ago

Philadelphia, United States Doubletree Guest Suites Philadelphia West - Plymouth Meeting Full time
Description

Concord is hiring a Lead Cook

As a lead cook you have the responsibilities :

  • -To oversee every function of the kitchen as in the following: to oversee the functions of the kitchen; purchasing,

    presentation, and quality of food; hiring, training, and development of associates; financial status and pleasing

    guests by producing the best food with the culinary skills.

    RESPONSIBILITIES: Completely direct the operational efforts and strategies of all kitchen outlets.

    Supervises the entire kitchen staff. Also, restaurant, room service, lounge, utility and sanitation associates; and to

    provide supervisory guidance, aid and counsel for all kitchen and restaurant associates.

    Trains all associates in the kitchen how to perform their job duties to the best of their abilities, including proper

    seasoning, food production techniques, plate presentation, display work, cleaning and sanitation and all other areas

    that associates need to learn and grow in their position.

    Assist in the following: Writing schedules, evaluating Associates, and direction of all personnel.

    Keeps open verbal and written communication between the management and associates.

    Writes and presents disciplinary action as needed.

    Provides associates with the tools and equipment they need to do their jobs.

    Takes immediate action on problems that are encountered in the kitchen or restaurant.

    Participates in monthly department meetings, weekly staff meetings, weekly food and beverage meetings, monthly

    kitchen inventory and the MOD program.

    Ensures all food served is of high quality, properly prepared according to recipe and is expedited to all outlets in a

    smooth and efficient manner.

    Assists in the establishment of goals, standards, and objectives, which will further the prestige and reputation of the

    organization as well as result in a more profitable operation.

    Knowledgeable and practices food and liquor federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

    Manages approved budget and operates both established guidelines in regard to costs, expenses, sales, and profit

    for food and beverage departments. Develops, institutes, and maintains control and procedure to ensure sameness.

    Maintains all use records, daily position checklists, steak charts, roast meat charts, recipe cards, etc., at all times.

    Prepares recipe cards and picture presentation of all menu items.

    Ensures payroll hours are submitted to the Accounting Department on a timely basis.

    Consistently is aware of all areas, including front line, banquet productions and plating. Never neglects one area for

    another.

    Assures that sufficient supplies of necessary service equipment are available and maintained at all times.

    Ensures proper staffing of entire kitchen for adequate coverage without man-hours being wasted.

    Physically tastes each prepared food item; soup, sauce, salad dressing, vegetables, etc., to assure maximum quality,

    consistency, and ensures proper seasoning. This must be done for all meal periods.

    Ensures that adequate preparation is done for all meal periods, avoiding waste through preparation.

    Ensures that approved recipes are followed at all times without deviation.

    Ensures that standards pertaining to storage, rotation, production, portions, quality and appearance are followed at

    all times.

    Communicates any problem areas with recommended alternatives to the Sous Chef, and Executive Chef / Food and

    Beverage Director for discussion and possible solution.

    Communicates daily with the Purchaser, Kitchen Supervisor, Assistant Banquet Chef, Restaurant Supervisors,

    Restaurant Manager, and Executive Chef/ Food and Beverage Director to assure smooth continuous operation.

    Ensures sanitation standards are maintained in all areas, i.e. walk-ins, freezers, kitchen proper, and equipment.

    Ensures that prescribed cleaning schedules are followed and maintained at all times.

    Adheres to the corporate procurement programs via Purchasing Concepts.

    Assists in the responsibility for the review and accomplishment of cost goals in the area of food cost, kitchen labor,

    and related expenses. This includes following all budget procedures.

    Understands budget applications and conforms to the budget requirements.

    React to problem areas where budget discrepancies exist.

    Promotes a positive employee relation’s climate by following and adhering to Human Resource policies and

    procedures; timely reviews, recruitment as needed, disciplinary action and terminations.

    Reduces labor costs when is effective by reducing scheduled hours and overtime without affecting customer

    satisfaction.

    Makes decisions on any and all problems, which may arise in the Kitchen in a calm manner by keeping staff focuse

  • Responsibilities:
  • Prepare food of consistent quality following brand recipe cards.
  • Proper Documentation on all food containers with adherence to rotations per SOP.
  • Practice safety standards at all times
  • Report to work in full clean uniform on time and ready to serve.
  • Cook orders with adherence to guest requests/special needs in a positive manner
  • Be proactive with ordering and pars, food preparations and equipment upkeep to eliminate service obstacles.
  • Benefits:
  • We offer competitive wages. Full-time associates are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefit package, which includes medical/dental/vision plans, life insurance, ST/LT disability options, 401K options, tuition assistance, discounted room rates at Concord managed hotels, plus training & development and career advancement opportunities.
  • Why Concord?
  • Concord Hospitality invests in its associates by providing training and development at all levels, from interns to executive leaders. Our “Associate First” culture supports and inspires personal development both within the workplace and beyond. Our associates are what our company is built on, and we are proud to recognize them for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. We value work life balance, diversity, and our commitment to provide the best customer service and quality accommodations in every market we exist. Concord is built on 5 cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability and FUN Our associates say it best with our national company cheer heard throughout North America ---
  • “We Are Concord” We support diversity and inclusion through our mission to be a “Great Place to Work for All."

    Source: Hospitality Online

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