Cook
Criterion Hotel Rochester

This well established hotel enjoys a busy lunch and dinner bistro trade. This well-known and respected restaurant in Rochester is offering SWL opportunities in its kitchen. Students enrolled in Kitchen Operations will gain the opportunity to work in a busy and demanding environment with highly skilled chefs.

Skills You Might Learn

Decision making
Working in a team and independently
Working with people of all different abilities and backgrounds
Working with new technology and software
Time management
Communication
Basic food handling skills

Typical Tasks & Duties

Student tasks may include but are not limited to:
Ensure friendly & professional customer service at all times
Setup and mise en place of kitchen
Communicate and liaise with team members
Food preparation as instructed
Follow hygienic food and beverage handling procedures
Provide general assistance in cleaning, as directed
Ability to work in a team based environment
Work according to policies and procedures

Student Requirements

Suitable for students with a genuine interest in Hospitality with the following attributes:
Communication skills
Attention to detail
Motivated and organised
Ability to use own initiative
Willingness to learn
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Responsible, supportive and caring attitude
Good people skills
Accommodating to different personalities and abilities

Dress Requirements

This placement requires attention to detail and clean and tidy presentation. Please contact employer for details relating to specific dress requirements prior to the placement commencement date.

Special Transport Requirements

Students are advised to make their own transport arrangement