About the Role
Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products. Prepare and portion food products prior to cooking, including plating and garnishing of cooked items.
Responsibilities
- Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking using various kitchen equipment.
- Assumes full responsibility for the quality of products served.
- Complies with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen policies.
- Stocks and maintains sufficient food product levels at line stations for smooth service.
- Portions food products according to standard sizes and recipe specifications.
- Maintains a clean and sanitary work station, including all equipment.
- Prepares items for cooking by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning, and/or marinating.
- Follows proper plate presentation and garnish setup.
- Handles, stores, and rotates products properly.
- Assists with food preparation during off-peak periods.
- Closes the kitchen properly and assists others with closing duties.
- Attends all scheduled employee meetings and provides suggestions for improvement.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the Executive Chef or Sous Chef.
Requirements
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
- At least 6 months of experience in a similar capacity.
- Must be able to communicate clearly with managers and kitchen/dining room personnel.
- Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to work in a standing position for up to 9 hours.
Location
- Rochester
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2+ years experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
- 6+ months experience in a similar capacity
Salary/Compensations
- $18.00-$20.00 per hour
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Long-Term Disability
- 401k Plan
- Paid Time Off
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
- Complementary Lunch or Dinner every work day
About the Company
- The DoubleTree by Hilton Rochester features an open glass enclosed tropical atrium and a full-service restaurant.
- The hotel has 249 guestrooms and over 12,000 sq. ft of meeting space.
- Renovation and new look planned for 2025.
- Conveniently located off I-390, north of the New York State Thruway, near downtown Rochester and the Rochester International Airport.
- AFP Management is a Franchise Company focused on providing a culture of excellence within the Hilton Brands.
- AFP Management values: Hospitality, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, Ownership, and Now.
- AFP Management looks for key attributes: Quality, Productivity, Dependability, Customer Focus, and Adaptability.
Equal Opportunity
- We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual attention, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
