Cook I

About the Role

Westin is seeking a Cook I to join its team in Riyadh. This full-time position involves preparing and cooking food items according to established standards, ensuring quality and presentation. The role requires a commitment to maintaining high standards of food preparation and kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare special meals or substitute items as required.
• Regulate temperatures of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Manage food thawing processes from freezer storage to refrigeration.
• Ensure proper portioning, arrangement, and garnishing of food.
• Maintain accurate food logs and monitor the quality and quantity of prepared food.
• Communicate assistance needs during busy periods and inform the Chef of excess food items for daily specials.
• Inform Food & Beverage service staff about menu specials and out-of-stock items.
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklists.
• Prepare cold food items.
• Assist management with hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating, and coaching employees, serving as a role model.
• Adhere to all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to management; complete required safety training and certifications.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
• Anticipate and address guests’ service needs and communicate professionally.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues; support the team in achieving common goals; listen and respond appropriately to employee concerns.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
• Perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, or walking for extended periods; reaching overhead and below the knees; bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping; and moving, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and placing objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree.
• Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience is required for this role.

Work Environment

This role operates within a dynamic kitchen environment, requiring individuals who are active and take pride in their well-being. The position demands an optimistic and adventurous approach to culinary work, contributing to a team focused on delivering high-quality guest experiences.

Company Overview

At Westin, the focus is on empowering guests to enhance their well-being during travel. The brand aims to be a preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, supported by passionate and engaged associates who bring unique programming to life. Associates are encouraged to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property.