Ostra - Cook 1

Mokara Hotel & Spa

The Mokara Hotel & Spa, a relaxing retreat on San Antonio’s world-famous Riverwalk is just steps from all the action yet worlds away. Mokara has a long-standing history of excellence. As the only Forbes four-star hotel in San Antonio, Mokara is the first choice for sophisticated travelers. Be a part of an attentive staff by making our guest stays a memorable one where exceptional is included.

The Mokara Hotel & Spa’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Mokara Hotel & Spa may be your perfect match.

Food & Beverage Line Cook 1

• $750 Retention Bonus*
  
  

Overview

The Line Cook 1 ensures all prep items are prepared and stored according to hotel specifications.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepares all food items as directed by supervisor and to the company specifications.
• Ability to work on an outlet hot/cold line executing menu items in the specified timeline for each meal period.
• The ability to identify and inspect all food products for quality.
• Follow all storage procedures when taking food out of walk-in and when returning food to walk-in.
• Safely and properly use all culinary equipment.
• Must have a solid and demonstrated understanding of cooking skills and techniques.
• Keep walk-in, prep area and equipment up to Health Department and EcoSure standards at all times.
• Attend department meetings and other company required trainings.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.
  
  

Qualifications

• Proper use and care of cooking utensils and equipment, pots, pans, dishware, silverware, glassware, food slicing machine, knives, salad spinner
• Proper care and cleaning of all kitchen equipment.
• Oven, grill/stove burners, microwave appliances, robot coupe, mechanical choppers
• 3 years of culinary experience preferred; well-versed in operation of at least one culinary station
• Knowledge of basic kitchen preparation, knife skills, sanitation, and safety
• Ability to remain active, including standing for 8 hour per day
• Flexible scheduling to include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must be familiar weights and measures in order to follow and multiply standard recipes.
• Must have basic mathematical skills.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced high pressure work environment while executing delegated tasks and assignments.
• Culinary degree and/or formal training preferred.
• Must have unexpired Food Handlers – or obtain upon hire.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry moderate weight.
• Must be able to walk/stand for extended periods of time, with frequent bending and twisting. 
• Must be able to utilize culinary tools (knives, commercial equipment, etc.) and taste/smell.
  
  

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Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.

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