Banquet Cook
The Westin Chicago Northwest
400 Park Blvd.
Itasca, IL 60143
Description
At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do!
We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that ‘feed your inner explorer’, we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.
We are seeking our next outstanding team member to join our culinary team. Below is what we offer and what we are looking for:
- Highly competitive wages
- 401K matching program for eligible associates
- Weekend availability required
- Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members
Essential Job Functions
- Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per check from servers.
- Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to over prepare estimated needs.
- Date all food containers and rotate as per Crescent standards, 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. Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
- Return all food items not used on next shift 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 Crescent standards.
- Operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron and flat-top grill.
- Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
- Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.
Does this sound like you?
Must have the ability to communicate in English. Self-starting personality with an even disposition. Always maintain a professional appearance and manner. Can communicate well with guests. Must be willing to “pitch-in” and help co- workers with their job duties and be a team player. Finger/hand dexterity in order to operate food machinery. Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move goods weighing a maximum of 100 lbs. on a continuous schedule.
At Crescent Hotels & Resorts we strive to create a great place to work where associates at all levels of our organization are respected for their differences, just like the guests and owners we serve. That’s why we are dedicated to creating an environment that facilitates open and honest conversations about race, equity, diversity, and inclusion. By examining our own beliefs and behaviors, we can create change through training, recruiting, and promoting diverse talent to strengthen our culture.
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The Westin Chicago Northwest
Hotel with 416 Rooms
AAA Four-Diamond Hotel Near Woodfield Mall
Welcome to the oasis of travel at the 416 rooms and Suites of The Westin Chicago Northwest, a AAA Four-Diamond hotel close to OHare Airport and Schaumburg's Woodfield Mall. Dive into our Six Pillars of well-being: Sleep Well, Eat Well, Move Well, Feel Well, Work Well, and Play Well. Whether visiting for work, pleasure or both, this is the place for our guests to find balance in Northwest Chicago and leave feeling refreshed.
