Breakfast Cook

Full-Time

Paradise Stream Resort is hiring an Experienced and Dedicated Breakfast Line Cook at the 143-Room Couples Resort located in Mount Pocono, PA. Candidates must have basic Culinary knowledge and experience in food handling procedures. Preferably 1 year experience in a hospitality service industry. The ideal candidate will put pride in their work, be reliable, and be friendly and professional at all times.

Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. A high school graduate education or equivalent is required.

Ways To Apply

• Apply online today through Indeed
• Apply online at our Career Website at www.covepoconoresorts.com/careers
• Stop by and apply in person at 6208 Paradise Valley Road Cresco, PA 18326

Principal Responsibilities

Actively participate in all the food production areas of the kitchen, but with particular emphasis on cooking and preparation of food for the restaurant and room service outlets, in order to maintain the hotel’s high standards of quality.

Essential Functions

• Visually inspects, selects and uses only the freshest fruits, vegetables, meats, fish and other food products of the highest standard in the preparation of all menu items.
• Reads and employs math skills for recipes.
• Submits requisitions for supplies and food items for production on work station.
• Participates in production of all food items necessary for operation.
• Ensures proper receiving, storage, and rotation of food products so as to comply with Health Department regulations, including coverage, labeling, dating and placing items in proper containers to ensure products’ freshness.
• Performs specific duties as assigned by Executive Chef for efficient operation of kitchen and service.

In addition to these essential functions, the Line Cook must be able to constantly walk and stand. Cooks are also required to adhere to safety and security procedures that are set forth by the company.

Specific Skills And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of hot and cold food preparation
• Good working knowledge of accepted sanitation standards and Health Codes
• Extensive skill in usage of equipment: slicers, mixers, grinders, food processors, etc.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, in order to complete requisitions, read recipes and communicate with other employees and managers
• Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously to perform essential job functions
• Ability to work under pressure and deal with stressful situations during busy periods, in confined spaces
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hand in order to use all kitchen equipment, i.e. knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slicers, etc.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges

Qualifications

Education High School graduate or equivalent required.

Experience Prior cooking experience, preferably in hotel.

Licenses or Certificates Food Service Sanitation Certificate, CPR Certification, and/or First Aid Training preferred.

Grooming All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available).

Other Must be at least 18 years old. Additional language ability preferred.

Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this ad, but no later than 11/30/24.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status.