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Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center Cook

Embark on a fulfilling career at the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center, proudly managed by Pyramid Global, where the spirit of Aggieland meets unparalleled hospitality. With 250 well-appointed guest rooms, 23 flexible meeting rooms, and an expansive 35,000 sq ft of meeting space, our hotel provides a unique workplace immersed in the culture of Texas A&M. Join our team and become part of an environment where you can contribute to exceptional guest experiences while embracing the dynamic energy of Texas A&M. As a member of the Pyramid Global family, you'll enjoy comprehensive benefits, including a 401k with a company match, and recognition programs designed to celebrate your dedication. If you're seeking a career that seamlessly blends hospitality with the pride and tradition of Texas A&M, consider joining us at the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center. Your journey towards a fulfilling career in this vibrant and esteemed setting starts here. Gig 'em!

What you will have an opportunity to do:

All team members of the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center, a Pyramid Global Hospitality property, have the same fundamental responsibility: to take great pride in providing Howdy Hospitality to all guests while walking the Aggie Path of P.R.I.D.E. daily. Our jobs are not just to make a difference but to "Be the Difference" in the guest and fellow team member experience. All applicants should be of the highest character and hold themselves to the following Aggie Path of P.R.I.D.E. expectations:

• Positivity - We wake up daily and choose to bring a positive perspective, find the good in all things, and create an environment others want to be part of. Each team member is hired to project genuine and sincere positivity daily.
• Respect - We embrace and appreciate others and show consideration for their desires, interests, privacy, physical space, belongings, different viewpoints, philosophies, physical abilities, beliefs, and personalities. We choose to show respect, even when it is not given, not only to our guests but, more importantly, to each other.
• Integrity - We consistently demonstrate and live by sound moral and ethical principles. We choose to do this not because someone is watching, but because it is the right thing to do.
• Dedication - We are unyielding in our commitment to walking our path and dedication to "Being the Difference" in everything we do. We flex our proactive muscles in being more positive, respecting, and holding ourselves to an even higher commitment to integrity.
• Excellence - We always strive to make today a little better than yesterday.

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals according to menu. You will cook dishes that will delight our customers with their taste and timely delivery. An excellent cook must be able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well-prepared meals. They must be deft in moving around the kitchen and apt in multi-tasking. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is also important.

The goal is to help preserve and enhance our reputation so we can expand our clientele.

Compensation & Benefits

• $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
• Paid biweekly (every two weeks)
• Extensive health benefits, paid time off, retirement, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts at hundreds of US and international properties.

Schedule

The hospitality industry is 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days of the year. All candidates must be available and are expected to work Texas A&M football game days, Ring Days, graduations, and other high occupancy times due to special events. We strive hard to manage and minimalize overtime, but it should and will be expected when business levels call for it.

• Full-time: 30-40 hours per week depending on level of business forecasted
• Days of week/weekend scheduled will vary depending on level of business forecasted.
• Hiring for both AM and PM shift.

Essential Functions

• Checks with leadership for daily objectives.
• Support in setting up any a la carte stations required for mealtimes.
• Produces dishes in accordance with standard recipes and presentations established by the Chef.
• Preps, cleans, and organizes workstation.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary culinary environment in compliance with all local and federal health codes.
• Performs banquet, kitchen line, and prep functions as directed by the Executive Chef, Hotel Chef and Sous Chefs.
• Completes mise en place before start of service.
• To include other duties as assigned.

What are we looking for?

• 2-3 years previous culinary experience in a professional kitchen environment
• Active Food handler's certification or the ability to get it
• Must be willing to work a variety of day/night and weekend shifts
• Requires strong organizational skills
• Must be able to work independently
• Able to be on your feet for long periods of time
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds
• At least 21 years of age
• Have a desire to exceed expectations
• An energetic personality

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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