Driftwood Hospitality Management’s company culture empowers our associates to take initiative, be proactive, and contribute to the success of their property with well-defined strategies and objectives. Driftwood Hospitality Management is renowned for our fully integrated approach to hospitality services — all with outstanding client service. Our team is made up of the best talent in the hospitality industry, down to every employee, position, and hotel.

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications.  The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future.  The Hotel operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting times, and hours worked in a week.

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to the restaurant's standards within your assigned section.
• Interact confidently with guests during service, chef's table experiences or special events.
• Communicate menu items, ingredients and dietary information clearly and accurately in English.
• Works closely with the Chef on Duty to refine techniques and elevate the guest experience.
• Reads and employs math skills to follow recipes.
• Maintain a clean, organized and efficient station aligned with modern kitchen standards.
• Prepares all broiled and sautéed food items according to standard recipes and as specified on guest check, to ensure consistency of product.
• Visually inspects, selects, and uses only food items of the highest standard in the preparation of all menu items.
• Keeps all refrigeration, equipment, and storage and working areas in clean, working condition in order to comply with health department regulations.
• Maintain all logs, cooling, heating, and temperature.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
• Follows safety and security procedures and rules.
• Knows department fire prevention and emergency procedures.
• Utilizes protective equipment.
• Reports unsafe conditions to management.
• Reports accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage or loss to management.
• Provides for a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures and rules.
• All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance. (Specific standards outlined in team member handbook).
• Perform any related duties as requested by management.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Experience in a modern, high-end or chef-driven kitchen.
• Ability to adapt, learn quickly, and maintain high standards during peak service.
• Strong communication, confidence with guests, and polished English skills alongside the usual kitchen responsibilities.
• Professional demeanor and comfort engaging with guests in a polished, friendly manner.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Food Safety certification preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 100 lbs.
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hand in order to use all kitchen equipment, i.e, knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slicers, etc.
• Working in high heat and noisy environments
• Long periods of standing and walking

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Benefits

• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Room Discounts
• Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

EEO: Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.