Cook III - Millennium Park, Chicago, United States

Full-Time
Permanent
Culinary
ACCOR
Fairmont Chicago - Millennium Park, Chicago, United States

REF56728L

Cook III
Luxury & Lifestyle


Company Description

Join Our Culinary Excellence Team: Cook III

At Fairmont, our passion is to connect our guests to the very best of our destinations. Our hotels offer guests extraordinary places, created by combining unique architecture, expressive décor and artistry and magnificent features. Add engaging service and the result is an unforgettable guest experience.

Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park features beautifully appointed, extraordinarily spacious guestrooms and spectacular suites, including 82 newly renovated rooms and Fairmont Gold Lounge along with our recently launched pan-Latin Restaurant in partnership with Richard Sandoval Hospitality. Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park offers a superior and distinctive array of amenities and services, including seasonal pop-ups and luxury event space.


Job Description

What Awaits You:

Employee Perks: Enjoy exclusive discounts at the Fairmont Chicago, local businesses, and Accor properties worldwide—for you and your family.
Complimentary meals at our on-site employee cafeteria.
Lifelong Learning: Sharpen your skills through tailored programs at our Academies.
Impactful Work: Contribute to our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.
Health and Financial Well-Being: Benefit from comprehensive medical and dental coverage, and convenient direct deposit.
Limitless Growth: Explore career development opportunities within Fairmont Chicago and beyond. The sky truly is the limit!
Your Role: Cultivating Food & Beverage Excellence

Do you have an appetite for career progression and ready to take your culinary skills to a world-class platform? Take your career to a whole new level with us and join our our culinary team.

Your Responsibilities:

Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues
Prepare and service all food items for a la carte and or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards
Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in daily shift briefings
Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage
Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
Be aware of any shortages and communicate with Chef before the item runs out
Ensure that recipe cards, production schedules, plating guides, photographs are current and posted and followed
Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day
Review the days supplies and ensure that they are received and stored correctly
Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
Flexibility to work in all culinary areas within the hotel
Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
Follow hotel time and attendance policy
Other duties as assigned
Compensation: $26.73 per hour


Qualifications

Qualifications

Previous experience in a high volume restaurant required
Diploma / Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset
Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
Highly responsible & reliable
Working knowledge of weights, measures and various cooking techniques.
Working knowledge of health, safety and sanitation procedures.
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

Constant standing and walking throughout shift
Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs
Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

Additional Information

Visa Requirements: Successful candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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https://careers.accor.com/global/en/job/cook-iii-in-fairmont-chicago-millennium-park-chicago-united-st-jid-43181