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About the Role

Omni Austin Hotel Downtown is seeking a Production Cook to manage all prep and production for the banquet culinary operation, ensuring adherence to hotel standards. This role involves comprehending menus and preparing high-quality food with excellent presentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and refine service standards.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Contribute to daily culinary operations for banquet functions, focusing on efficient food production.
• Perform banquet cook duties including food prep, production, plating, and equipment cleaning.
• Complete assigned sidework, including food service prep and cleaning of work areas.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards, preparing for inspections.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in food preparation, refrigeration, and storage areas.
• Adhere to proper trash disposal procedures.
• Collaborate with chefs on menu development, creating relevant and creative dishes.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of all food and beverage menu items.
• Stay updated on market trends to create relevant food products and maximize sales.
• Control food quantities through forecasting to achieve profitability.
• Ensure adherence to standards and maintain high food quality and presentation.
• Work carving stations for event buffets as needed.
• Provide positive guest service and resolve complaints to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Contribute to kitchen sanitation and timing of service, ensuring prompt delivery and quality control.
• Maintain equipment to a high standard and report issues for maintenance.
• Maintain furniture, fixtures, and equipment to a high standard, minimizing breakage.
• Execute instructions on BEOS for events, inspect food stations, and handle special requests.
• Attend daily stand-up meetings for event information.
• Assist in developing and prioritizing goals.
• Foster mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among associates.
• Maintain a professional, neat, and organized appearance.
• Respond effectively in emergency or safety situations.
• Attend required department trainings and meetings.
• Perform other duties as required by leadership.

Requirements

• Ability to read recipes and execute meal service.
• Hands-on food and beverage knowledge.
• Comprehensive, working knowledge of the hospitality business.
• Three to five years of relevant cooking experience in a large convention hotel.
• Proper knife handling skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Highly developed customer service skills.
• Friendly, approachable demeanor.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Keen eye for detail.
• Proven ability to engage guests at all levels.
• Passion for providing warm, engaging, and personalized service.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Ability to handle stressful and busy hotel operations.
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional demeanor and composure.
• Ability to report to work on time and when scheduled.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods.
• Meet standards of appearance and maintain a high level of personal hygiene.
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable speaking to guests.
• Ability to clearly and pleasantly communicate verbally and in writing in English.
• Computer literacy including payroll, scheduling, time off request systems, and kitchen equipment.
• Must be able to provide unexpired Serve Safe certification at time of hire.

Skills

• Food preparation
• Food production
• Plating
• Kitchen equipment cleaning
• Sanitation standards
• Menu development
• Guest service
• Problem-solving
• Communication skills
• Computer literacy

Location

• Austin, TX

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 3-5 years of relevant cooking experience

Education Level

• Serve Safe certification

About the Company

• Omni Austin Hotel Downtown blends Texas charm with modern luxury.
• The hotel is located near the 6th Street Entertainment District and the Texas State Capitol.
• Omni Hotels & Resorts is recognized for exceptional service and genuine hospitality.
• The company fosters a culture of respect, gratitude, and empowerment.

Equal Opportunity

• Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer.
• The EEO is the Law poster is available.
• Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.
• Assistance is available for applicants needing special accommodation to apply.