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Springfield University PlazaLine CookPart timeAtrium SPIRIT – where teamwork, passion and appreciation ignite service excellence
University Plaza in Springfield, Missouri is on the lookout for a dynamic individual to join our team! With 267 beautifully appointed rooms, a whopping 46,059 sq. ft. of flexible event space, the EXPO center has an additional 112,000 square feet with a location that's the heartbeat of Springfield's vibrant scene, this isn't just a job – it's an experience! Imagine being part of a place where every day feels like a celebration, surrounded by a community that's as lively as the events we host! If you're ready to bring your passion and energy to the heart of the action, then University Plaza is the place to be. Let's make every moment count – apply now and let the adventure begin!
Benefits:
Free Lunch!
Monthly employee socials to honor all anniversaries, birthdays, and employee of the month recognition.
Positive team culture and opportunity for advancement.
Monthly coffee with the GM – free beverage item from café provided.
Discounted rates at Atrium properties.
Benefits: Merit Increases, Referral Bonus, Paid Vacation/Sick time/holidays, Health/401K, Daily Pay option, Tuition Reimbursements, Management training, Gym membership discounts, Auto/Home Insurance and Pet Insurance to name a few.
Conveniently located close to downtown Springfield and Missouri State University.
Full Time
Uniform Provided
$16.25 - $19.18
We are looking for someone passionate about cooking to join our team. You must be creative, motivated, and passionate about growing your talents in the kitchen!Â
Successful candidates for this role will have previous experience working in a professional kitchen environment, with a strong desire to learn, to develop skills and work with the culinary leadership team to create menus which reflect seasonal availability and concept of the restaurant.Â
The Cook assists the Chef in production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining. The Cook will maintain a passive leadership role in maintaining adequate production level form the Kitchen staff.
If you have a passion for the cooking and are looking to join a team where you can develop your skills and grow a career, then we want you!
Your Role:
- To develop your knowledge and skills in various cooking procedures and methods
- Have the opportunity to grow skills in using knives and various kitchen equipment
- Recreate menu items for restaurant and banquets
- Develop consistency in cooking and presentation
- Minimize food waste through cross utilization
- Setup workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
- Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat)
- Use standard practices in kitchen sanitization
- Store all food and other items properly
- You will be responsible for the quality of ingredients
Qualifications:
- Active Food handler’s certification or the ability to get itÂ
- 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
- Have a desire to exceed expectations
- An energetic personality
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When you’re an Atrium Associate, you’re a part of a crucial workforce providing the ultimate ‘Home Away From Home’ for our guests. We know that it takes a lot of time and effort to provide these exceptional experiences, so we reward your efforts with a competitive compensation plan and other benefits and perks that allow you to offer your best to our guests. These benefits include:
- Daily Pay
- Significant Travel Discounts on Marriott and/or Hilton properties
- 401k Plans
- Medical Insurance
- Other property specific benefits
Plus, we make sure you can grow your career the way you want to through Internship programs, training and development and over 80 hotels that offer incredible opportunities for career driven associates.
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