Cook - Entry Level

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Job Description For Cook - Entry Level

Description

Hotel Saint Cecilia is looking for a Line Cook who will exceed the expectations of all Bunkhouse
guests in a multitude of tasks that include, but are not limited to food preparation duties, cooking
and seasoning all menu items, ordering kitchen supplies and maintaining Health Department
Standards within your work area.

About our Company:

Inspired by the patron saint of music and designed with 1960s and 1970s artists in mind, Hotel
Saint Cecilia offers a retro, glamorous private haven mixed with Southern hospitality. Both
eclectic and elegant, Saint Cecilia's 14 striking yet unique accommodations are scattered
throughout the estate, and feature a cohesive combination of antiques, modern furniture, and
original artwork with outdoor lounge spaces. Minutes from downtown Austin, Saint Cecilia is
located in the heart of a South Congress neighborhood where guests and members look
forward to lounging at the heated pool under the glow of the now iconic "SOUL" sign.
Hotel Saint Cecilia is proud to be part of the Bunkhouse family.

Bunkhouse is a hospitalitycompany that is founded on the pillars of design, music, and authentic community-driven
experiences. Bunkhouse operates and has designed, developed, and revitalized a celebrated
portfolio of hospitality projects throughout the U.S., which include Hotel San José, Austin Motel,
Jo's Coffee, Hotel Magdalena and Summer House on Music Lane, Equipment Room, The
Carpenter Hotel and Carpenters Hall in Austin; Hotel Havana and Ocho in San Antonio; Phoenix
Hotel in San Francisco, California; and Hotel San Cristóbal and Benno in Todos Santos, Mexico,
and Hotel Genevieve in Louisville, Kentucky with plans for expansion and future projects
throughout the U.S. and Mexico.

We're looking for:

Hotel Saint Cecilia is looking for a Line Cook who will exceed the expectations of all Bunkhouse
guests in a multitude of tasks that include, but are not limited to food preparation duties, cooking
and seasoning all menu items, ordering kitchen supplies and maintaining Health Department
Standards within your work area.

Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Two (2) years related experience in hospitality or service industry
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) of the
workplace
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance
instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of co-workers and sister property staff
Bunkhouse is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided
based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Job Requirements:

• Prepare a variety of foods, according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions,following approved procedures
• Prep food items for after-hours distribution
• Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage
• Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary
food-handling practices
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, usingmethods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to waiters or patrons
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
• Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food
from storage
• Consult with supervisory staff to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such ascosts and special event needs
• Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests
• Always ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all business needs are met
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety in the work area
• Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition
• Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the property
• Keep abreast of safety and emergency procedures and OSHA requirements
• Attend relevant meetings
• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training
material, memos and verbal instruction

Working Conditions/Environment:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, typical of a
hotel/restaurant/office setting
• The person in this position may have to lift/carry up to fifty (50) pounds on a daily basis.
anything over fifty (50) pounds is considered a minimum two (2) person lift
• The person having this position may have to remain stationary for one (1) hour, move
about/traverse property spaces, push, kneel, bend, balance, squat, reach and stretch for
up to eight (8) hours per day

Benefits:

Bunkhouse offers a liberal working environment that encourages individuality and creativity. We
offer a superior benefits package to employees who work 30 hours/week or more that includes:

•Highly subsidized Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Short Term Disability coverage
• Generous Paid Time off (Full Time)
• Free stays at Bunkhouse hotels (Full Time)
• 401k with company matching
• Employee Discounts (50% off on food & beverage!)
• 8 weeks paid Parental Leave (Full Time, after 1 year employment)