Hersha Hospitality Management

Manages hotels and investments for owners

Cook

Culinary & Kitchen ProductionPosted on Nov 5

Part-timeMettawa, IL, USA$18 - $20In-person

About the Job

Requirements

Previous culinary experience or equivalent training is required.
A Department of Health Sanitation certificate may be required.
A high school diploma is preferred.
The role requires extended periods of standing and walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, and reaching.
The schedule may include holidays, weekends, and alternate shifts.

Responsibilities

Follow recipes and standards to prepare food items.
Wash, peel, and cut fruits and vegetables; cut, trim, or clean meat.
Prepare appetizers, salads, and cold dishes.
Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
Bake breads, rolls, and other baked goods.
Portion, arrange, and garnish food for pickup by servers or delivery to guests.
Maintain clean and sanitized work areas, including cutting boards, counters, and work spaces.
Secure and store food items properly.
Work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction, informed by guest satisfaction scores.
Follow safe food handling procedures.
Follow sustainability guidelines related to HHM’s EarthView program.
Practice safe work habits and wear protective safety equipment.
Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
Perform other duties as requested by management.

Desired Qualifications

A high school diploma.

Overview

Opportunity: Cook

Prepare food items according to recipes and standards, taking pride in the excellence and quality of cuisine, while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.

Your Growth Path

Lead Cook – Sous Chef – Executive Chef – Food and Beverage Director

Your Focus

Follow recipes to prepare food items accordingly.
Wash, peel, and cut fruits and vegetables; cut, trim, or clean meat.
Prepare appetizers, salads, or cold dishes.
Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
Bake breads, rolls, or other baked goods.
Portion, arrange, and garnish food for pick up by server or deliver to guests.
Maintain clean and sanitized work areas such as cutting boards, counters and work spaces.
Secure and store food items properly.
Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
Follow safe food handling procedures.
Follow guidelines related to sustainability practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
Practice safe work habits and wear protective safety equipment.
Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
Perform other duties as requested by management.

Your Background and Skills

High School diploma preferred.
Previous culinary experience or equivalent training required.
Department of Health Sanitation certificate may be required.

Work Environment and Context

Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays, weekends and alternate shifts.
Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It

About Us

HHM Hotels is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other group protected by law.

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Compensation: 18 to 20 (USD)

About the Company

Hersha Hospitality Management

Manages hotels and investments for owners

HHM Hospitality Management (HHM) runs and oversees hotels for owners and investors across the United States. It provides hotel management and investment services, handling day-to-day operations, sales, marketing, and financial performance to improve profitability. The main product is the management of hotel properties on behalf of owners, with revenue coming from management fees, shared incentives based on performance, and returns from investments. HHM differentiates itself through deep industry experience, a strong leadership team, and a broad U.S. portfolio that serves both business and leisure travelers, plus a commitment to community engagement and sustainability. The company’s goal is to help property owners maximize efficiency and profitability while delivering quality guest experiences and contributing to local communities.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Philadelphia, PA
Founded: 2006

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