Cocinero A

Job description

A Cook A is responsible for preparing and presenting high quality dishes to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while consistently contributing to departmental targets.

What will I be doing?

As a Cook A, you are responsible for preparing and presenting high quality dishes to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Cook will also be required to prepare all mis-en-place and contribute to departmental targets. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

·  Prepare and present high quality dishes within company guidelines
·  Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross contamination
·  Prepares all food items according to recipe cards and correct handling procedures. Maintains highest quality and
 appearance of all foods sent from kitchen and make sure plates are clean and appetizing
·  Knowledge of cooking methods including broil, sauté, grill, making soups and sauces and general food prep, proper knife
 handling, maintain proper temperature, sanitation
·  Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships
·  Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues
·  Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation
·  Awareness of departmental targets and strive to achieve them as part of the team
·  Be environmentally aware

What are we looking for?

A Cook serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

·  Institute accreditation (INA, Instituto Politecnico, otros). 
·  Food handling card
·  Positive attitude
·  Good communication skills
·  Ability to work under pressure
·  Ability to work on own or in teams

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

·  Previous kitchen experience in similar role
·  Basic food hygiene

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands .  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!