Cook III

About the Role

Sheraton is seeking a Cook III to join its culinary team. This full-time position involves preparing and cooking food items according to established recipes and quality standards, ensuring adherence to food safety and presentation guidelines. The role requires attention to detail in food preparation and maintaining a clean, organized workstation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and proper storage of food items.
• Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables, and accurately weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
• Cook and prepare food according to specified recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines, utilizing a food preparation checklist.
• Prepare cold food items as required.
• Operate various kitchen equipment including ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers.
• Test foods to ensure they are cooked sufficiently and monitor food quality throughout the preparation process.
• Set up and break down the workstation efficiently.
• Serve food in correct portions using appropriate receptacles.
• Wash and disinfect kitchen areas, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
• Check and ensure the correctness of appliance and food temperatures.

Safety and Compliance

• Adhere to all company and safety and security policies and procedures.
• Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to management.
• Complete all required safety training and certifications.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.

Teamwork and Professionalism

• Communicate with colleagues using clear and professional language.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with team members.
• Support the team in achieving common goals and respond appropriately to concerns from other employees.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards in all tasks.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods or for an entire work shift.
• Capability to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: High school diploma or *** equivalent.
• Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience required.
• License or Certification: None specified.