A Cook is responsible for preparing all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Cafe, Room Service, Employee Cafeteria, and Banquets, while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product. He/she is also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen and work areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio.

Approach all encounters with guests and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner. Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Avantic Lodging Enterprises standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel. Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards). Comply at all times with Avantic Lodging Enterprises standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations. Comply with certification requirements as applicable to position to include Food Handlers, Safety, etc.

Maintain a friendly and warm demeanor at all times. Have thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required according to hotel standards. Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas. Complete necessary food and station preparations prior to opening of the Cafe in order to ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently during the Cafe and Room Service operating hours. Prepare and display buffet food items according to Avantic Lodging Enterprises standards.

Maintain post on kitchen line as required during the Cafe and Room Service operating hours in order to prepare food to order, maintaining the highest standards of efficiency, productivity and quality. Prepare food for Banquets, as required, following specifications of Banquet Event Orders. Prepare and service food for Associate Cafeteria as specified by the Food Production Manager. Prepare all foods following Avantic Lodging Enterprises standard recipes. Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the Food Production Manager or Assistant Food Production Manager.

Breakdown buffets and kitchen line, storing food and equipment properly at the end of each meal period. Work banquet food station as scheduled by Food Production Manager. Know the location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment. Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible injury to self or other associates. Be familiar with all hotel policies and house rules. Be familiar with hotel's emergency procedures. Use Production Charts as specified by Avantic Lodging Enterprises standards.

Associates must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to guests, managers and other associates. Be able to operate and maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment. Maintain the "Clean As You Go" policy. Assist in storage and rotation of food items according to hotel procedures. Sign keys out and back in under supervision as needed. Attend meetings as required by management. Perform any other duties as requested by management.

The following outlines the work environment employees will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Associate is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

Associate is subject to extreme heat or cold (temperatures below 32 degrees or above 100 degrees) for periods of more than one hour. Associate is subject to noise: There is sufficient noise to cause the employee to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level. Associate is subject to vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body.

Associate is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. Associate is subject to atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gasses, or poor ventilation.

Associate is subject to oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids. Associate is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways. Associate is exposed to infectious diseases.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, additional details will be specified by the supervisor. The associate will also perform other reasonable business duties assigned by the supervisor. Management reserves the right to change this job description, job responsibilities, duties, and working hours as needs prevail.

If requested in accordance with applicable law, the Company provides reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified associate with a disability to allow him/her to perform essential functions of the job unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the Company.

Avantic Lodging Enterprises is an at-will employer. This job description is a guideline and does not constitute a written or implied employment contract.

• Retention bonus.
• New competitive wages.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Food Handlers Certification (must comply with State requirements).
• Ability to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Ability to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Ability to work well in stressful, high-pressure situations.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.