Job Cook

Job PostingCompensation Type: HourlyHighgate HotelsHighgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate's portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry-leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industry's most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle.LocationDiscover more sun and more fun Escape to a tropical beachfront paradise complete with everything you need for the perfect getaway, including delicious dining, beachfront bars, relaxing comforts, and endless activities. Here you'll stay at one, play at two with two connecting resorts right on the soft white sands of St. Pete Beach. Whether you're looking for family fun, a romantic retreat, a group getaway, or anything in between, it's all here at TradeWinds Island Resorts.OverviewFollow your passion all the way to paradise at TradeWinds Resort, a Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace for seven years in a row TradeWinds features two destination resorts just 200 flip flops from one another along the gorgeous Gulf Coast on St. Pete Beach.The Cook is responsible for preparing all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Restaurants while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product. He/she is also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation and safety in the kitchen and work areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio.ResponsibilitiesMaintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas.Complete necessary food and station preparation prior to the opening of the restaurant in order to ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently during the Restaurant operating hours.Recognize quality standards in fresh vegetables, fish, and dairy and meat products.Maintain clean and sanitary environment with knowledge of proper handling, storage, and sanitation.Prepare all foods following hotel standard recipes. Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.Be able to support any position in the Kitchen that is in need of help.Follow all Health Department and Company regulations in regards to food and storage standards and safety.Be able to operate and maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment.Maintain a "Clean As You Go" policy.Assist in storage and rotation of food items according to hotel procedures.Sign keys out and back in under supervision as needed.QualificationsHigh School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.Culinary experience required,Flexible and long hours sometimes required.Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.Ability to stand during entire shift,Have thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required, according to hotel standards.Proficiency in the following cooking techniques: charbroiling, poaching, deep-frying, saut, braising, roasting and par-cooking.Knowledge of herbs and spices and proper use of each.Must have open availability, including evenings, weekends and holidays, as they are our busiest times