Cook I - Hotel Kitchen

About the role

Westin is hiring a Cook I for its hotel in Manama, Bahrain (Sheikh Khalifa Bin Salman Highway, Al Seef District). This is a full-time, non-management position focused on preparing meals and supporting the kitchen team.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare special meals or substitute items, and prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards and a food preparation checklist.
• Regulate the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills and roasters, and pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator.
• Ensure proper portion, arrangement and garnish, and monitor the quality and quantity of food prepared.
• Prepare cold foods and maintain food logs.
• Inform the Chef of excess food items for daily specials and inform Food & Beverage staff of menu specials and out-of-stock items.
• Anticipate guest service needs and communicate assistance needed during busy periods.
• Assist management with hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining and motivating staff, and act as a role model.
• Follow company, safety and security policies, report accidents and unsafe conditions, complete safety training and certifications, and keep a clean, professional appearance.

Required profile

• Preferred: a technical, trade or vocational school degree.
• Preferred: at least 3 years of related work experience.
• No supervisory experience required.
• Physical ability to stand, sit or walk for long periods, bend, twist and lift up to 25 pounds without assistance.