Chophouse Cook III Full-Time

Description

Are you passionate about hospitality and eager to work for the most recognized name in the industry? Do you aspire to grow your career at a premier hotel in downtown Milwaukee? If so, the Hilton Milwaukee is the perfect place for you! We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our dynamic team and contribute to the exceptional guest experience we're known for. As a Cook III you will be responsible for maintaining and setting up food production and quality control of all meat, fish, fowl, sauces, stocks, seasonings, and other food items prepared in a specific station.

There's no better time to join us as the Hilton Milwaukee is just completing a $40 million renovation. This extensive transformation elevated our guest rooms, event spaces, and grand lobby to reflect a new era of modern elegance. Connected to the newly expanded Baird Center, the Hilton Milwaukee is not only the city's largest hotel but also a historic gem. Built in 1927 as the Schroeder Hotel, we offer 554 beautifully appointed guest rooms and over 34,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Our commitment to innovation, exceptional service, and timeless style ensures our continued reputation as Milwaukee's premier meeting and convention destination. If you're passionate about hospitality and ready to make a lasting impact, we invite you to become part of our team and shape the future of the Hilton Milwaukee.

What you will be doing:

• Set up all garnishes for dishes, assemble trays and stock bread.
• Responsible for set-up and break-down of station at the beginning and end of shift.
• Assist with special guest requests to ensure total guest satisfaction.
• Communicate with servers and kitchen associates to ensure total guest satisfaction.
• Serve food to tables if needed.
• Remove all dirty dishes from kitchen and/or server areas.
• Maintain condition and cleanliness of work area.
• Assist with food running to ensure food quality.
• Assist servers to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management, e.g., clean guest spills and clean/stock/sweep/mop all storage areas.

What we are looking for:

* Knowledge of appropriate table settings and service standards.

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Basic knowledge of the English language sufficient for the associate to understand inquiries from customers and communicate simple instructions.
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hands in order to use a knife, pick up glassware and bottles, scoop ice, tap kegs, and extend arms overhead to stock items.
• Ability to carry a food tray through a crowded room.
• Ability to grasp, bend, lift, and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods with hand; cart weighing a maximum of 100 lbs., at a continuous schedule.
• Ability to perform duties within temperature ranges, from normal to refrigerate.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Required memorization of all table numbers.

What's in it for you?

* A free, well-balanced meal every shift

* Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Hilton-branded properties

* Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa

* Free parking

* "Two for one" movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres

* Ability to grow your career and transfer from one property to another while maintaining your service with the company

* Early wage access

* Paid time off

* Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered after 30 days of employment), company-paid life insurance, employee assistance program offer, and 401k with employer match

* And more!

About Us:

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are "People Pleasing People" who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S.-based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

The Hilton Milwaukee is an equal opportunity employer.