Cook I

Company Description Join Our Culinary Excellence Team: Cook I Rising gracefully above Millennium Park and Chicago's impressive lakefront, Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park is located conveniently near major cultural attractions, the city's business and financial district and world-renowned shopping along the Magnificent Mile. With beautifully appointed, extraordinarily spacious guestrooms and spectacular suites, Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park offers a superior and distinctive array of amenities and services, including phenomenal dining experiences, seasonal pop-ups and luxury event space. Job Description What Awaits You: Employee Perks: Enjoy exclusive discounts at the Fairmont Chicago and Accor properties worldwide-for you and your family. Complimentary meals at our on-site employee cafeteria. Lifelong Learning: Sharpen your skills through tailored programs at our Academies. Impactful Work: Contribute to our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives. Health and Financial Well-Being: Benefit from comprehensive medical and dental coverage, and convenient direct deposit. Limitless Growth: Explore career development opportunities within Fairmont Chicago and beyond. The sky truly is the limit! Your Role: Cultivating Food & Beverage Excellence Do you have an appetite for career progression and ready to take your culinary skills to a world-class platform? Take your career to a whole new level with us and join our culinary team. Your Responsibilities: Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues Prepare and service all food items for a la carte and/or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards Set up workstation with required mise en place, tools, equipment and supplies Knowledge of Wok Cookery and Sushi and Ceviche production. Communicate any assistance needed during busy periods to the Sous Chefs, or Executive Chef to ensure optimum service to the guest. Anticipate guests' needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in daily shift briefings Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage Ensure storeroom requisitions are accurate Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment Flexibility to work in all culinary areas within the hotel Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage Follow hotel time and attendance policy Other duties as assigned Qualifications Qualifications Creative and passionate about food and customer service Previous experience in the Culinary field required in Garde Manger and Hot Kitchen in a 4 or 5 Diamond Restaurant or Hotel Diploma/Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities Highly responsible & reliable Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment Ability to work cohesively as part of a team Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times Ability to speak, read and write in English. Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to): Constant standing and walking throughout shift Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps Additional Information Visa Requirements: Successful candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Created: 2024-10-31