Cook IV, Banquets

About the position

The Cook IV position is primarily a prep and culinary support role at Fairmont Orchid, an award-winning luxury resort located on the majestic Kohala Coast of Hawai‘i Island. The position involves performing various knife skills, preparing meats, vegetables, and seafood, and ensuring cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas. The Cook IV must follow safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage and adhere to kitchen policies and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform certain knife skills, i.e. julienne, brunoise, medium dice, rough chop, chop herbs, Chiffonade, etc.
• Prepare all meats, vegetables, and seafood.
• Display a working knowledge to emulsify cold or hot sauces/dressings.
• Read, write, and understand recipes according to business levels.
• Read, write, and communicate to decipher tickets, order requisitions, Banquet Event Orders, and Preparation Lists.
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment.
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage.

Requirements

• Ability to focus attention on department needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.
• Good reading, writing, and oral proficiency in English language.
• Ability to speak other languages and basic understanding of local languages will be an advantage (Ilocano/Tagalog).
• Ability to work cohesively and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Detailed & service oriented with an eye for detail to be self-motivated and energetic.
• Provide the necessary State and Federal Requirements to work in Food and Beverage (Tuberculosis Clearance).

Nice-to-haves

• Additional certification(s) in Culinary will be an advantage (ServSafe Sanitation Certificate).

Benefits

• Premium preferred provider medical/drug/vision benefits at competitive prices.
• Employer paid coverage for group life and accidental insurance coverage ($7,500).
• 401(k)/retirement saving plan & matching program.
• 11 paid holiday/personal days per year + 10 days of paid vacation that begin accruing immediately.
• 50% discounts at hotel restaurants.
• 30% discount on retail items at Fairmont Store.
• 30% discount on services offered in Spa Without Walls.
• Employee discounts at Accor properties + Friends & Family rates (5,000+ hotels worldwide).
• Complimentary meals in employee dining facility.