Cook I

Job summary

The Cook I is responsible for preparing and cooking food according to recipes and quality standards while maintaining kitchen logs and equipment. They also assist management with staff training and ensure all safety and sanitation policies are strictly followed.

Job details

POSITION SUMMARY Prepare special meals or substitute items. Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters. Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator. Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Maintain food logs. Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared. Communicate assistance needed during busy periods. Inform Chef of excess food items for use in daily specials. Inform Food & Beverage service staff of menu specials and out of stock menu items. Ensure the quality of the food items. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees; serve as a role model. Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Anticipate and address guests’ service needs. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors. PREFERRED QUALIFICATION Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree. Related Work Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience. Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience. License or Certification: None At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law. Notification to Applicants: The Westin Bayshore Vancouver takes seriously its obligations under the applicable provincial legislation and will provide accommodations to job applicants needing assistance. If you require an accommodation in relation to this job posting, our online application or an interview, please call 905-366-5227 or email [email protected] [[email protected]] and a member of our Human Resources team will respond to your request. Please note that this phone number and email are only for those individuals who would like to request an accessibility accommodation as part of the recruiting process. At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand’s unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

What you’ll do

The Cook I is responsible for preparing and cooking food according to recipes and quality standards while maintaining kitchen logs and equipment. They also assist management with staff training and ensure all safety and sanitation policies are strictly followed.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 years of related work experience and a technical, trade, or vocational school degree. The role requires the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 25 pounds and standing for extended periods.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Food preparation
• Menu planning
• Kitchen safety
• Inventory management
• Culinary standards
• Team collaboration
• Time management
• Communication
• Food safety
• Quality control
• Recipe adherence
• Customer service
• Optimism
• Supervision
• Confidentiality
• Food Preparation
• Legislation
• Coaching
• Safety Training
• Security Policies
• Scheduling

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Cook
• Cooks
• Cooks, Restaurant