As our Cook II, you'll be responsible for supervising and assisting in the preparation of food items across various outlets, from our restaurant and café to room service, employee cafeteria, and banquets. Your role is critical in maintaining the highest standards of quality and presentation while ensuring efficient kitchen operations. Our ideal candidate is a culinary superstar with excellent creativity and the ability to work well under pressure, committed to delivering an exceptional dining experience. Join our team and unleash your culinary talents to create unforgettable experiences for our guests!
Key Skills And Responsibilities
- Culinary Skills: Prepare and supervise the preparation of food items, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation. Ensure precision in food preparation, portioning, and presentation.
- Supervisory Skills: Lead and assist kitchen staff, ensuring efficient and high-quality food preparation and service.
- Problem-Solving Ability: Anticipate and address issues proactively to maintain smooth kitchen operations.
- Communication Skills: Convey information clearly and resolve concerns from co-workers and guests effectively.
- Organizational Skills: Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, adhering to sanitation and safety standards.
- Initiative: Show initiative by anticipating needs and taking proactive steps to address them.
- Time Management: Manage time efficiently to ensure timely food preparation and service.
Education & Experience
- Previous supervisory responsibility preferred.
- At least 5 years of progressive experience, or a culinary graduate with at least 1 year of experience in a hotel or related field.
- Food Handlers Certification required.(must comply with State requirements)
- Able to work effectively under pressure, maintaining composure while quickly evaluating situations and determining the best course of action
- A strong communicator who listens actively to understand concerns raised by coworkers and guests, and effectively conveys ideas and solutions
Benefits
After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:
- Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
- Term Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k Retirement Plan
Property Information
Praised as the first modern American hotel when it opened in 1956, The Statler, Curio Collection by Hilton, offers guests a genuine Dallas experience. This resilient 19-story landmark established Dallas as an epicenter for business and entertainment. In addition to the largest convention space in the southwest, the hotel boasted many firsts including elevator music and the city’s first and only heliport. Numerous celebrities performed in the Grand Ballroom including the Jackson 5 and Tony Bennett. The Statler symbolizes the heart and soul of Dallas and delivers the style and comfort you expect from a downtown Dallas hotel. Our newly renovated rooms and suites maintain a retro-forward décor and offer high-performance features including concierge iPads, mounted Smart HDTVs, complimentary WiFi and Nespresso coffee makers. Travelers can select a corporate suite for extra space with a separate living area and great views or spoil themselves with a Presidential Suite. Dining at The Statler will never go under the radar. Our restaurants include an all-day retro diner, a gastro Asian pub, and a social club boasting food and fun with billiards, ping pong, foosball, cornhole, and bowling. Our two bars include a rooftop pool clubroom and subterranean bourbon library. The Statler offers plenty of leisure opportunities including a rooftop pool and lounge, a multi-use fitness center, bowling and games, pop-up retail shopping and the relaxing garden court. With nine meeting spaces ranging from 250 to 12,437 sq. ft., everyone will find this to be the perfect downtown Dallas venue.