Station cook job description

• Combined history (minimum 18 months) of professional hospitality/ kitchen experience AND culinary training
• Ability to teach and develop others in a constructive and positive manner
• Organized and systematic approach to work and the aptitude to prioritize efficiently and delegate responsibilities
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, motivational skills to build teams and customer relationships
• True passion for food o Food safety certification. If not currently certified, will commit to completing certification within 6 months.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays as required
• Strong technology skills: Microsoft Office
• Consistent and punctual

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Standing and walking for extended periods of time, up to 8-10 hours
• Bending, stooping, twisting, squatting, reaching, climbing; may require use of ladders
• Unassisted heavy lifting and/or assisted lifting to 50 pounds
• Physical dexterity; repetitive hand and arm motion single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, pulling
• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
• Exposure and work in varying temperatures: <32 degrees F (freezing), 32-40 degrees F (refrigerators), >90 degrees F
• Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
• Ability to use tools and equipment operational machinery
• Iteration of duties.
• Ability to travel for training purposes or other meetings as required

At Whole Foods Market, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in major U.S. gateway cities including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a growing Caribbean and Latin America footprint. The hospitality forward company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate has a proven record of developing its diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts with contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in New York, Chicago, Dallas, London, Miami, and Seattle. www.highgate.com.

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA is an artful blend of chic design and exemplary service. The hotel is conveniently located in the South of Market district and is within walking distance to premier Union Square shops and designer boutiques, trendy SOMA dining and lounge hot spots, the Powell Street Cable Car Terminal and Market Street Vintage Trolley Car line. Explore the Artisan shops at the Ferry Building and experience local favorite's in Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf. Mission District and North Beach. This modern, ultra-chic hotel has 681 guestrooms.

The Cook is responsible for preparing all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Restaurants, Room Service, Employee Cafeteria and Banquets, while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product. They are also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation and safety in the kitchen and work areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio.
+ Maintain 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 and Room Service operating hours.

+ Prepare and display buffet food items according to the hotel standards.

+ 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 food for Banquets, ad required, following specifications on Banquet Event Orders.

+ Prepare and service food for the Employee Cafeteria as specified by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.

+ Prepare all foods following hotel standard recipes. Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.

+ Breakdown buffets and kitchen line, storing food and equipment properly at the end of each meal period.

+ Work banquet food station as scheduled by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.

+ Know the location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment.

+ Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.

+ Use Production Charts as specified by hotel's standards.

+ 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.

+ High 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

+ Ability to withstand temperature variations both hot and cold.

+ Have thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required, according to hotel standards.

+ Proficiency in the following cooking techniques: charbroiling, poaching, deep-frying, sauté, braising, roasting and par-cooking.

+ Knowledge of herbs and spices and proper use of each.

External Job Posting Title: Station Cook - La Société


Address1: 50 Third Street

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent.
• 3 to 4 years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of basic operation of equipment and cash-handling procedures preferred.

Skills/Aptitude:

• Presents self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect.
• Maintains a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers, and client representatives.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Requires familiarity of kitchen equipment.
• Must be able to read and follow a recipe unsupervised
• Involved with the more complex requirements of the position.
• Applies some advanced cooking skills.
• May adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment and techniques to meet the requirements of the position.
• Extensive working knowledge of food preparation.

General Qualifications:

• Willingness to be open to learning and growing.
• Maturity of judgment and behavior.
• Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance.
• Maintains a positive attitude.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule helpful.
• Must comply with any dress code requirements.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends and some holidays.
• Attends work and shows up for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity.

Physical Requirements:

• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses.
• Significant walking or other means of mobility.
• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 40 pounds.

Working Conditions (may add additional conditions specific to defined work location):

• Generally in an indoor setting; however, may supervise outside activities and events.
• Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays, weekends and extended hours as business dictates.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily in a controlled, temperate environment; however, may be exposed to heat/cold during support of outside activities.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

Benefits Eligibility Full Time Benefits: At Sodexo, we believe every employee should have the resources to be their best. As part of our overall rewards, we offer benefits programs designed to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle including health, dental and vision insurance. Eligible employees can enroll in their benefits, which will be effective beginning on their first day with Sodexo. We also offer other benefits like paid time off, financial and savings programs and access to our employee assistance program and other discounts (eligibility varies by unit and may not be available to all employees).