Cook

A Cook is responsible for preparing all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Diner, while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product. He/she is also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen and work areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio.**Education and Experience**- High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.- 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 maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.**Job Duties & Functions**- Approach all encounters with guests and Supporters in a friendly, service-oriented manner.- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Avantic Lodging Enterprises 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 name tag when working (per brand standards).- Comply at all times with Avantic Lodging Enterprises standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.- Comply with certification requirements as applicable to position to include Food Handlers, Safety, etc.- Maintain a friendly and warm demeanor at all times.- Have thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required according to hotel standards.- Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas.- Complete necessary food and station preparations prior to opening of the Diner in order to ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently during the Diner operating hours.- Prepare and display Diner food items according to Avantic Lodging Enterprises standards.- Maintain post on kitchen line as required during the Diner operating hours in order to prepare food to order, maintaining the highest standards of efficiency, productivity and quality.- Prepare all foods following Avantic Lodging Enterprises standard recipes. Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the General Manager/Diner Manager/ Diner Supervisor.- Breakdown kitchen line, storing food and equipment properly at the end of each shift.- 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 Supporters.- Be familiar with all Hotel and Diner policies.- Be familiar with Hotel's and Diner's emergency procedures.- Use Production Charts as specified by Avantic Lodging Enterprises standards.- Supporters must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to guests, managers and other Supporters.- Be able to operate and maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment.- Maintain the "Clean As You Go" policy.- Assist in storage and rotation of food items according to Diner procedures.- Sign keys out and back in under supervision as needed.- Attend meetings as required by management.- Perform any other duties as requested by management.