Cook III at Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa – Lexington, Kentucky

The Cook III is a culinary expert with a passion for leadership and quality and is responsible for supervising food preparation across dining outlets. With strong leadership and culinary skills, this role ensures high-quality food and presentation standards. Problem-solving abilities and initiative are key in resolving issues efficiently in high-pressure environments. This role also involves working with financial information and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.?

KEY SKILLS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Culinary Expertise: Supervise the preparation of food items, maintaining high standards of quality and presentation across all dining outlets.
• Leadership and Supervision: Lead and assist kitchen staff, utilizing previous supervisory experience to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Problem Solving and Initiative: Anticipate needs, evaluate alternatives and solve problems efficiently in high-pressure situations.
• Communication Skills: Clearly convey information and ideas and effectively listen to and understand issues raised by co-workers and guests.
• Financial Acumen: Work with financial information and basic arithmetic functions to support kitchen operations.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure compliance with food safety standards and maintain a clean and safe work environment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• At least 7 years of related progressive experience, or a culinary graduate with at least 2 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field.
• Food Handlers Certification as required by state regulations.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent customer service, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to focus attention on details
• Ability to carry up to 20 to 50 pounds

If you are a passionate and skilled cook with excellent customer service skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We offer competitive pay and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for growth and advancement within our organization. Avion is an equal opportunity employer.