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Fairfield Inn and Suites

Banquet Cook

Fairfield Inn and Suites, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Hospitality / Hotel/Resort / Cook - PrepSummaryPrepare food items in accordance with production and quality standards while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.Duties and ResponsibilitiesSkills:We are looking for those who celebrate culture, humor, wit, thoughtful and attentive service and team orientation. This position requires strong leadership skills by those who are not afraid to be imaginative or inspired. You'll need an ability to create a motivating work environment driving our Whatever It Takes attitude. Have a strong passion for excellence and guest service. Strive to continuously evolve and improve your staff performance in order to provide a Four Diamond level of service for all guests each and every day.

Responsibilities:Prepare food items according to banquet event orders of consistent quality following recipe cards, as well as production, portion, and presentation standards; complete mis en place and set-up station for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner service.Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not prepare beyond estimated needs.Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill. Date all food containers and rotate as per policies, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures; check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up; note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages; return all food items not used to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables; assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per policies. Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.CompensationRequired SkillsRequired EducationLocationAbout the CompanyA uniquely different hospitality company, SMASHotels relentlessly pursues the finest talent, trends, and ambiances to create extraordinary experiences. A deep passion for exceptional customer service creates engagement and loyalty. Innovative programming and perpetual development keep us fresh and relevant.

SMASHotels embraces emergent technology to drive cost control, flawless operations, marketing, customer relationship management, entertainment and online and in person engagement.

Our track record has shown that by raising the bar through a focused commitment both financially and experientially, we achieve success, and our return on investment is substantially higher than industry standards.

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