Job Description Summary
The Cook I sets the tone for Sonesta’s mission by always going above and beyond for our guests and coworkers. The role’s primary responsibility is to prepare and produce food orders according to quality standards. The Cook shall maintain a safe work environment and follow established sanitation and safety standards.Job Description
The ideal candidate has a passion for hospitality and providing exceptional guest service.
Produce all food orders in a timely and consistent manner in accordance with established quality standards. Test food to ensure quality and consistency of all meals served.Operate all kitchen equipment in a safe and responsible manner.Handle and store food items safely and keep the work area clean and sanitized. Including all opening and closing duties.Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines.Adhere to uniform and grooming standards.Perform other duties or projects as requested by management.Qualifications and Skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Prioritization and time management skills.Must be able to read recipes and follow their instructions.Employ math skills to appropriately prepare items according to recipes.Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance.Attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers, and fellow employees.Track record of delivering exceptional guest or client experience.Ability to communicate, both verbally and written, effectively with guests, vendors, and co-workers.Work Environment
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.The bulk of work takes place indoors.Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures - i.e. freezers, loading dock, ovenPhysical Demands
Must be able to exert 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.Frequent bending, kneeling, and reaching.Ability to stand during the entire shift.Expected Hours of Work
Must be flexible to work variable days of the week to include weekends and holidays.Must be flexible to work variable shifts (days, nights, overnights).Education and Experience
Relevant experience in restaurant or hotel food preparation preferred.High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.Food Handler/ServSafe Certification preferred.Additional Job Description
Go Beyond @SonestaHotels
WHO WE ARE
We are an organization made up of people, thoughts and ideas – all working towards fulfilling our simple mission: To wow every guest, team member, partner & community we operate in by delivering quality, value & amazing hospitality.
We will achieve our mission by being passionate about exceeding expectations - by being persistent, resilient, and constantly seeking new and creative ways to succeed. Doing the Right Thing and Going Beyond are our principles that guide everything we do.
The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This job description is subject to change at any time.
Additional Job Information/Anticipated
Pay Range
Pay Range: $25.85 - $34.47 per hour. Pay rate outlined follows contract requirement.
Benefits
Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:
Medical, Dental and Vision InsuranceHealth Savings Account with Company Match401(k) Retirement Plan with Company MatchPaid Vacation and Sick DaysSonesta Hotel DiscountsEducational AssistancePaid Parental LeaveCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability InsuranceVarious Employee Perks and DiscountsHospital IndemnityCritical Illness InsuranceAccident InsuranceUpon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.