Assist with the planning, ordering of production of food items pertaining to the respective section(s) o the food and beverage outlet or kitchen. Prepare meals in accordance with portion and quality standards.
Job Description
Assist in creating and testing new recipes and menu design.
Assist in inspecting the cleanliness of the line floor and all kitchen stations. Maintain and strictly abide by proper storage procedures and state sanitation and health regulations. Notify Maintenance of any needed repairs.
Assist in determining the minimum and maximum stocks of all food, material and equipment.
Provide instruction to less experienced culinary staff. Check the methods of preparation, portion, sizes, and timeliness of food preparation; control food usage to minimize waste.
Prepare batch recipes, cold food items and assist in all kitchen activities to ensure that guest receive high quality food items items in a timely manner. Coordinate the smooth service and relation to the pass and pick-up of food.
Assist in the supervision of the day-to-day operation of the kitchen as needed; check the methods of preparation, portion, sizes and timeliness of food preparation; control food usage to minimize waste.
Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key department contacts include Sales and Marketing, Catering Banquets, Maintenance, and Guest Services.
May assist with other duties as assigned,
Additional Job Information/Anticipated
Pay Range
Pay Range $26.70-$26.70/hr. Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors including but not limited to job related knowledge, skills and job specific experience/overall experience.
This job requires ability to perform the following:
Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50- pounds
Moving abut the kitchen
Handling food, objects, products and utensils
Bending, stooping, kneeling
Other
Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with other culinary staff, wait staff, and guests
Mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances are utilized frequently
Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when giving and receiving instructions and preparing recipes
Food Handler card as required by local or state government agency
May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays
Benefits
Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account with Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Paid Vacation and Sick Days
Sonesta Hotel Discounts
Educational Assistance
Paid Parental Leave
Company Paid Life Insurance
Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
Various Employee Perks and Discounts
Hospital Indemnity
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
