AM & PM Cooks at Lodgco Hospitality

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJOIN OUR TEAM TODAY!Bring your passion for food and hospitality to the Holiday Inn Winter Haven! We are excited to welcome full-time and part-time cooks to join our restaurant team and support both AM and PM operations. As a cook with us, you’ll play a key role in creating delicious meals, maintaining high standards of quality, and delivering a great dining experience for our guests.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Assist Sous Chef and Culinary team to achieve the department's goals. Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards, prep lists, production and portion standards per order from service staff. Practice proper sanitation at all times and follow all kitchen guidelines for date marking and storage procedures according to federal, state, local and company regulations. Adhere to presentation techniques learned and quality standards for the kitchen. Follow kitchen guidelines for food production and utilize supplies, food, and ingredients accordingly not to prepare more than estimated needs. Ensure all products adhere to proper temperature control and storage measures.Ensure knowledge of menu and all food products for all areas. Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance and communicate to supervisor any issues. Interact positively with guests, coworkers and clients to monitor and assess satisfaction trends, evaluate and address issues and make improvements accordingly under the direction of the Sous Chef. Assist in the front of the house as needed. OTHER DUTIES:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.COMPETENCIES:Ability to attend to guests, associates and management in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner which requires strong customer service as well as written and oral communication skills. Must be able to speak, read, write and communicate in English to adequately perform the duties of the job. General knowledge of Food and Beverage service standards. Strong leadership skills to rally and motivate kitchen staff. Outstanding organizational and time management skills.Must be detail-oriented in presentation of final food products.Ability to multitask, prioritize and delegate daily workload. Must be energetic and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs. Must be able to work varying schedules that include evenings, weekends, holidays and extended hours as business dictates. Able to wear proper uniform in accordance with Lodgco Hospitality policies and procedures. REQUIRED/PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEHigh School diploma/GED or equivalent education/experience required. A degree in Culinary Management or Hospitality Management preferred. Food Handler/Safe Serv certification is required. Applicable state certifications and brand training as required. BENEFITS WE OFFERCareer development & trainingPaid time offTravel and hotel discounts401(k) with company matchIncentive potentialAnd more! ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONSSatisfactory criminal background screening required - Valid driver’s license and safe driving record may be requiredSUPERVISORY RESPONSBILITYThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for entire shift, balance, reach, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see, smell, taste and perform repetitive motions that require manual dexterity. This position requires the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force and lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally. The employee is required to have visual acuity to operate machinery and tools, determine accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of food and make general observations of facilities. This position is primarily indoors and may subject the employee to high or cold temperatures from machinery and moderate noise level. EXPECTED HOURS OF WORKThis position requires variable hours based on the needs of the hotel including nights and weekends.EEO STATEMENTIn accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, Lodgco is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment. This policy requires that all decisions involving hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and all other personnel practices and terms or conditions of employment will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic under state, federal, or local law. Lodgco also prohibits retaliation against any employee because the employee has engaged in an activity that is protected under state, federal, or local law. WHO WE AREAt Lodgco, we believe that hospitality success is driven by unwavering dedication, a vibrant workplace culture, and impactful narratives. We believe in investing in our team’s development to deliver a superior customer experience and achieve success together. For three decades, Lodgco Hospitality has set the standard for hospitality success. We are committed to revenue growth and maximizing the value of the assets we manage while fostering a supportive environment for our employees. Join us in elevating hotel operations and maximizing profitability.