Prep Cook -Part-time

The Lakefront Anchorage Hotel, formerly known as the Millennium Hotel, is a distinguished hospitality establishment located on the picturesque shores of Lake Spenard in Anchorage, Alaska. Known for its exceptional guest services and prime location just one mile from Anchorage International Airport and four miles from downtown Anchorage, the hotel serves as an ideal gateway for both tourists and business travelers exploring the natural beauty and urban attractions of Alaska. With 248 well-appointed rooms and three outstanding food and beverage outlets, the hotel combines comfort, convenience, and culinary excellence to offer a memorable stay for all its guests. The Lakefront Anchorage Hotel is currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented part-time Prep Cook to join its culinary team. This role is essential in supporting the kitchen operations by preparing all raw food and ingredients for the line cooks and chefs who create the meals served to guests. The Prep Cook plays a crucial role in ensuring that food preparation areas are clean, ingredients are properly stored and organized, and all food items meet the high standards of quality and freshness required by the hotel’s culinary team. As a Prep Cook, you will be responsible for tasks such as receiving and storing food deliveries, washing, chopping, and slicing vegetables, preparing meats to the correct portions, and assisting in the creation of appetizers, soups, salads, and fruit trays for functions. The role demands an individual with strong organizational skills, excellent knife handling abilities, and a thorough understanding of safe food handling and sanitary kitchen practices. The position requires working in a fast-paced environment, often under pressure, which necessitates patience, tact, and a team-oriented attitude. The ideal candidate for this position will have previous restaurant kitchen experience or on-the-job training related to knife use and food safety. Additionally, candidates must be able to work hours that coincide with the restaurant's schedule, including late nights and weekends, and must possess a valid food handler's card. The hotel is committed to maintaining a safe, drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests and criminal background checks on all applicants following a job offer. Millennium Hotels is an equal opportunity employer respecting diversity and complying with all applicable laws. This opportunity is perfect for someone who thrives in an environment that varies from relaxed to busy, takes pride in their work, and enjoys being recognized for their contributions. If you possess a strong sense of taste and smell, excellent manual dexterity, and desire to contribute positively to a professional kitchen team, this part-time Prep Cook position at the Lakefront Anchorage Hotel is the ideal choice for you.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• prior kitchen or food preparation experience preferred
• valid food handler's card
• ability to work hours including late nights and weekends
• ability to work in a hot, busy kitchen
• on-the-job training in knife use and safe food handling
• good communication skills
• ability to follow directions
• physical stamina to perform kitchen duties
• commitment to workplace safety