Cook III - The Drake Hotel

Job description

Chicago's iconic hotel, The Drake, is looking for a Cook III to join the team! 

  

Set in the prestigious Gold Coast neighborhood at the start of the Magnificent Mile, this property has 535 rooms, 33,000 square feet of banquet space, and 5 food and beverage outlets. This includes 2 restaurants, a lounge, coffee shop, and in-room dining. 

  

A Cook III is responsible for preparing, maintaining and monitoring quality control for hot food items in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding service and financial profitability. 

Schedule: Candidate must have open availability that includes nights, weekends and holidays.  

  

  

For more information on the property, please visit: 

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https://www.thedrakehotel.com/  

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https://www.instagram.com/thedrake/  

 

What will I be doing? 

 

As a Cook III, you would be responsible for preparing, maintaining and monitoring quality control for hot food items in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: 

·  Prepare, maintain and monitor quality control for hot food items including, but not limited to, meat, fish, fowl, sauces, stocks and seasonings 
·  Prepare food items according to designated recipes and quality standards 
·  Prepare guest orders in a friendly, timely and efficient manner 
·  Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards at all times 
·  Visually inspect all food sent from the kitchen and ensure plates are clean and appetizing 
·  Practice correct food handling and food storage procedures according to federal, state, local and company regulations 

What are we looking for? 

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values: 

·  Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences. 
·  Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time. 
·  Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities. 
·  Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do. 
·  Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions. 
·  Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline 

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes: 

·  Quality 
·  Productivity 
·  Dependability 
·  Customer Focus 
·  Adaptability 

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! 

The Benefits – Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking  # 1 Best Place to Work in the World  and  #1 Best Workplaces for Women List - 5th Year In a Row.  

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as: 

·  Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay 
·  Health insurance 
·  Career growth and development 
·  Team Member Resource Groups 
·  Recognition and rewards programs 
·  Go Hilton travel discount program 
·  Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)  
·  Supportive parental leave 
·  Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount 
·  Debt-free education : Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital