Job Information
Aloft Philadelphia Downtown Line Cook in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
4p-12a every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
JOB SUMMARY
The cook is responsible for food preparation and assigned kitchen duties. Work hours/days vary as dictated by business needs, and includes weekends and holidays.
JOB DUTIES
- Plan and prepare various food items and meals for Refuel, W XYZ and catering functions, following proper food handling and safety guidelines.
- Follow recipe and preparation standards. Properly package, label and store all food products.
- Minimize food waste.
- Assist with quality and presentation issues, cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and the Refuel.
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``` - Accommodate guests' special requests. - Prepare, present and place all food for banquet events in accordance with event order instructions. Recover food post event and dispose of in accordance with policy. - Maintain clean work area, practicing "clean as you go" policy. - Deep clean equipment according to schedules. - Maintain uniform and appearance in neat and clean condition at all times.
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``` - Perform inventory, ordering and receiving of all Food & Beverage items as directed. - Prepare daily prep sheets and review with supervisor. - Place food orders as instructed. - Receive food & beverage deliveries, inspecting products for compliance with health requirements, quantity and quality. - Maintain sanitation and safety standards with anyone entering the kitchen area.
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
· High school graduate or equivalent.
· Minimum 6mo to 1 year hospitality or restaurant food service experience required.
· Current or will obtain City of Philadelphia food handler license.
· Able to work with little or no supervision.
· Operating knowledge of kitchen equipment.
· Read, write, and verbally communicate effectively and professionally with other business departments, guests, and vendors. Ability to diplomatically deal with difficult situations and people, while exhibiting a consistent level of professionalism.
- Frequent need to perform the following physical activities: reaching, bending, twisting, and climbing. Have frequent need to perform standing and walking activities.
- Constant need to perform the following physical activities: grasping, turning, finger dexterity.
- Frequent need to stand for long period of time.
- Lifting/carrying up to 15 lbs. frequently and 30 lbs. occasionally.
- Vision requirements: frequent need to see small details and things clearly beyond arm's reach.
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