H-2B Cook
Scottsdale Plaza Resort - Paradise Valley, AZ
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Compensation Type: Hourly Highgate Hotels: Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate's portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry-leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industry's most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle. Location: An authentic Arizona experience awaits at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort, where 40 lush acres and 50,000 square feet of flexible event space provide a perfect, palm-lined retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full-service salon and day spa, and nearby championship golf set the stage for memorable experiences framed by elegant Spanish Mission-inspired architecture, fragrant gardens filled with desert flowers, and stunning views of Camelback and Mummy Mountain. Overview: This position is a seasonal H-2B Visa in-country extension from November 01, 2024 until May 30, 2025. 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. 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. Responsibilities: 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 Qualifications: H-2B visa in-country extension applicants onlySeason dates November 1, 2024 - May 30, 20253 months experience at a resort, high-end hotel, or private club as a cook is requiredPre-employment background check is required Optinoal bus pass available or puchase monthly at a discount rateMust 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.Ability to stand during entire shift.Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
Created: 2024-10-22