Job Description

Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
Creates and designs new and unique menu items.
Assists the Executive Chef in the establishment of department budgets and the adherence to budget guidelines.
Ensure that all food and beverage products are consistently prepared and served according to hotel standards.
Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the culinary preventative maintenance programs.
Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety, and labor requirements of the kitchen areas, associates, and guests.

Responsibilities

Plan, prep, set up and provide quality service in all areas of food production for menu items and specials in the designated outlets in accordance with standards and plating guide specifications. Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

Qualifications

Proven experience as a line cook or relevant role.
Great attention to detail and creativity.
High school diploma or equivalent; culinary certification and food safety certification preferred.
In depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation and baking techniques and nutrition. Safe food handling certificate preferred.
Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding.
Physical strength and stamina to spend long hours standing and performing repetitive motions.

Comfort Suites Newark- Airport

Easy access to a world of travel options

Located close to Newark Liberty International Airport, Comfort Suites^® is an ideal location for getting people together from around the world. Whether you have a meeting, conference, or other group event in the works, consider our hotel for the gathering. We’re also a quick trip from all of New York City, a bonus for business travelers who have Big Apple business to attend to—or tickets to a Broadway show. Have kids at New Jersey Institute of Technology, Rutgers University, or Seton Hall University? We’re a quick trip away.

With rooms that are 25 percent larger than standard hotel rooms, our hotel provides plenty of room to work, read your free daily newspaper, stretch, or even get in a yoga session to start your day. Guests who prefer a more active workout can head to our onsite fitness center.

Jumpstart the day with free hot coffee each morning. Then it’s off to your on-property meeting or, if you’re heading into NYC, a quick walk to the bus or we’ll call a taxi for you.