Fort Lee,NJ,USA-based Chef Tournant Substitute-$33 Per HOUR Opening

Loews Regency New York Hotel is a distinguished luxury hotel located in the heart of midtown Manhattan, renowned for its blend of iconic Art Deco design and modern amenities. With over 50 years of service expertise, the hotel has built a legacy of delivering an unparalleled guest experience, characterized by elegance, comfort, and exceptional service standards. Guests at Loews Regency enjoy a sophisticated ambiance complemented by expertly performed hospitality that caters to both leisure and business travelers. The hotel’s prime Park Avenue location places it within easy reach of New York City’s premier attractions, shopping, dining, and cultural venues, positioning it as a preferred destination for visitors seeking refined accommodations in the city. Loews Regency embodies a harmonious fusion of tradition and contemporary sensibilities, setting a benchmark for luxury hospitality in the region. The role available at Loews Regency New York Hotel is a culinary position focused on maintaining the highest standards in food preparation and kitchen operations. The position involves setting up and organizing the work area with all the necessary supplies and equipment to ensure smooth kitchen workflow. The incumbent will be responsible for receiving, inspecting, and rotating food products to guarantee the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients at all times. This role demands strict adherence to standardized recipes for cooking menu items, with an emphasis on portion control to minimize waste and maintain consistency across dishes. Key responsibilities include plating cold foods according to established presentation guidelines, monitoring food preparation to ensure products are served promptly, and maintaining compliance with government food sanitation standards. The candidate will also manage refrigeration and holding temperatures, keep work surfaces clean and sanitized, and utilize kitchen equipment safely following manufacturer recommendations. A vital aspect of this role is timely communication of any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to supervisors and coordinating with the Steward for the cleaning and handling of utensils and cookware. The role requires attention to detail in cleaning and breaking down the work area at the end of shifts, securing cooking equipment, and completing all closing procedures to uphold the hotel’s cleanliness and safety standards. Besides technical culinary skills, the position demands a team-oriented mindset, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to hospitality by being polite, friendly, and helpful to guests and colleagues alike. The employee is expected to comply with hotel policies, attend training sessions, and maintain professional grooming standards. This position pays a wage of $32.77 per hour, reflecting the importance and expertise required for this culinary role within a high-volume, upscale environment. Candidates should be prepared to work flexible schedules that include weekends and holidays to meet the demands of the hotel’s operations.

• High school diploma or its equivalent
• post secondary culinary training/certification as cook from a recognized culinary training school
• one year experience cooking in an upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or equivalent
• thorough knowledge and understanding of food service sanitation standards
• thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use
• ability to stand, stoop, bend
• lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• ability to read, write and speak English
• ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays