Culinary Expert Wanted for Alexandria Hotel

3 weeks ago

Alexandria, Virginia, United States Aimbridge Hospitality Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Cook to join our dynamic kitchen team at the Westin Alexandria. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in culinary arts, a passion for high standards of food preparation, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. As a Line Cook at the Westin Alexandria, you will be integral to delivering consistently delicious and visually appealing dishes.

Responsibilities

Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly service-oriented manner.

Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality standards as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.

Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming which include wearing the proper uniform and nametag when working (per brand standards).

Comply at all times with Aimbridge Hospitality standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.

Comply with certification requirements as applicable to position to include Food Handlers Safety etc.

Maintain friendly and warm demeanor at all times.

Have thorough working knowledge of menus and the preparation required to produce the product according to Aimbridge Hospitality standards.

Ensure the completion of necessary food and station preparations prior to open of the Restaurant/Dining Outlet Cafe and Room Service in order to ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently during operating hours.

Assist and supervise on kitchen line during operating hours to maintain the highest standards of efficiency productivity and quality; be able to support any position in the kitchen that is in need of help.

Supervise and assist in the food preparation for Banquets as required following specifications of Banquet Event Orders; Ensure banquet items are completed on time and check with Banquet Manager or Supervisor for time cover count or any other changes.

Supervise the preparation of food for the Employee Cafeteria as necessary.

Ensure that all food is prepared following Aimbridge Hospitality standard recipes.

Maintain the 'Clean as You Go' policy. Be responsible for maintaining the sanitation and cleaning schedules of the kitchen. Keep all storage areas neat orderly and clean.

Supervise and assist with the break down of buffets and kitchen line ensuring proper storage of food and equipment at the end of each meal period.

Ensure that all employees practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.

Enforce all hotel policies and house rules.

Be familiar with the hotel's emergency procedures.

Ensure that employees are at all times attentive friendly helpful and courteous to all guests managers and all other employees.

Aid in the security of food items; ensure the meat locker storeroom and walk-ins are locked when not in use.

Ensure that the Employee Break room is kept neat orderly and clean.

Maintain the high food quality standards in the kitchen and find ways to improve upon them.

Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas.

Assist in training staff in the operation and maintenance of all kitchen equipment.

Attend meetings as required by management.

Perform any other duties as requested by management.

Requirements

Previous supervisory responsibility preferred.

At least 5 years of related progressive experience or a culinary graduate with at least 1 year of progressive experience in a hotel or related field.

Food Handlers Certification (must comply with State requirements).

Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.

Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.

Must work well in stressful high-pressure situations.

Must be able to show initiative in job performance including anticipating what needs to be done before it becomes a necessity.

Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.

Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating preventing identifying and solving problems as necessary.

Must have the ability to assimilate complex information data etc. from disparate sources and consider adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need.

Must be effective at listening to understanding and clarifying the issues raised by co-workers and guests.

Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data and basic arithmetic functions.

Benefits

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full-time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

Medical Dental and Vision Coverage

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income

Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement Plan

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