The successful Cook is technically competent in food preparation and production. Contributes to general kitchen operations including receiving and storing provisions. A successful cook is hospitable and cordial to coworkers and guests, and acts safely and responsibly. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Inspect food preparation and service areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices Provide exceptional hospitality to coworkers and guests as prescribed in our RESPECT ser... more details
Starting hourly rate: $18.00/hr
City Experiences is seeking a Cook 2 for our City Cruises operation in Washington, DC
About Us:
City Experiences’ passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you’re an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.
About You:
This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences’ RESPECT Service System.
About the Opportunity:
The successful Cook is technically competent in food preparation and production. Contributes to general kitchen operations including receiving and storing provisions. A successful cook is hospitable and cordial to coworkers and guests, and acts safely and responsibly.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Inspect food preparation and service areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices
Provide exceptional hospitality to coworkers and guests as prescribed in our RESPECT service system
Prepare high-quality food following prescribed recipes and production specifications
Receive and organize hot line food orders; portion, arrange, and garnish food for service
Receive and store food and supplies using proper food-handling techniques including stock rotation and monitoring temperatures of perishable products
Assist in routine cleaning of galley including daily cleaning of equipment and implements, sanitizing food preparation surfaces, and mopping floors
Greet guests as they enter premise
Describe dishes to guest
Deliver food to expediting station
Maintain buffet areas in accordance with food runner training manual
Monitor and maintain buffet food and supplies throughout service
Stock hot boxes on the deck with ample food for service according to par levels
Complete Buffet Maintenance Checklist and present to manager for review
Maintain safety and cleanliness of galley and service areas
Efficiently and promptly deliver hot and cold food items to the dining cabin from the galley
Set up and organize holding ovens and cold holding areas for service
Assist in serving starting and dessert courses to guests
Be prepared to begin work at scheduled time
Maintain uniform and personal grooming in compliance with appearance standards
Additional job duties as assigned
Requirements & Qualifications:
At least two (2) to three (3) years previous kitchen/culinary experience preferred
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Energetic and enthusiastic personality essential
Will be closely supervised; must be able to take direction
Must be able to effectively understand and convey written and verbal information to coworkers and guests
Must possess a service orientation – actively looking for ways to help others
Will work for extended periods without sitting
The nature of the work may be strenuous, and the work environment may be warm
Required to lift and move heavy items such as cases of provisions and large containers of prepared foods
Will be required to be available for work on all major holidays
Must meet minimum state age requirements
The RESPECT Service System embodies City Experiences’ mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.
The Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicants or employees based upon their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics prohibited by applicable law.
Additionally, we encourage all qualified applicants including those with past arrest or conviction records to apply. The Company participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.
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