Banquet Cook - Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
The Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square is hiring for a talented Banquet Cook. The Embassy Seattle Pioneer Square is steps from football and soccer games at Lumen Field and less than a half mile from baseball at T-Mobile Park. Union Station is a block east for easy access to attractions, like Int’l District, the Space Needle and Pike Place.

EDUCATION

High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

EXPERIENCE

At least two years cooking experience required. High volume restaurant experience preferred.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Good working knowledge of the fundamentals of cooking.
• Good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hands in order to use all kitchen equipment, i.e., knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slicers, etc.
• Ability to write read and understand English in order to complete order requisitions, read recipes and communicate with other employees.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes.
• Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment, i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 200 lbs.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges

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

• Cooks, ensures all meals for restaurants are suitable for consumption according to standard recipes to ensure consistency of product to the guest. Visually inspects, selects, and uses all food items of the highest quality in the preparation of all menu items.
• Keeps adequate supply of all prepared products on hand and ensures proper storage of all food products and portion control, eg., especially high-cost items.
• Keeps spoilage/waste to a minimum by utilizing proper quantities and rotating products.
• Keeps all refrigeration, storage, and working areas in clean, working condition to comply with health department regulations.
• Organizes and transfers food items into lexans as needed, label and date for proper use and identification.
• Turns on/off all kitchen equipment, such as stoves, ovens, grills, broilers, heat lamps, steamers, fryers, etc. and ensures all is in proper working condition