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Renaissance Milwaukee West, premium distinctive AAA Four Diamond hotel, is seeking a Cook to join our Culinary Team in Eldr+Rime.  

Managed by Arbor Lodging, a leading hotel investment and management company with a growing portfolio of hotels throughout the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean. We have been entrusted by numerous partners and are approved managers for Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG. Our service ethos is proactive and holistic, fostering an environment where guests feel truly welcomed and supported at every interaction. Our culture is people-focused, data-driven, and results-oriented.

Summary: 

Prepare and cook meal ingredients, dishes, condiments, and other items as directed.  Has knowledge and ability to work the full line (all stations). Responsible for advanced prep and cooking (such as sautéing and grilling). Assist in leading daily culinary tasks and ensuring cohesion throughout stations. 

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Prepare various ingredients to be used in the creation of menu items. Preparation tasks include washing, cutting, peeling, and portioning in support of appetizer, fry, pantry, sauté, and grill stations.
• Prepare meat and fish and assists in related cooking/butchering techniques. 
• Assist culinary leadership team in leading and communicating daily tasks and priorities. 
• Assist in duties of Cook I and Cook II, as needed, including prep of simple dishes and condiments, dressings, or sauces. 
• Prepare bulk food items for future use.
• Prepare food of consistent quality by attending to detail and presentation of each item.
• Assist with unloading, inspecting, and storage or raw ingredients and supplies. 
• Maintain compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards. 
• Assist in controlling food loss.
• Handle special requests of guests promptly and professionally. 
• Check pars for shift use; determine necessary preparation, freezer pull, and line set up. Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages. 
• Report to work on time and in full uniform.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:  

• Cooking experience aligned with responsibilities of role.
• Flexible availability is required (including nights and weekends).

Benefits:

• Hotel and Travel Discounts Worldwide 
• Paid Time Off Annually - Begin Accruing Immediately! 
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan choices to best fit your needs)
• Free parking in covered structure and easy access to public transportation 
• Complimentary and deeply discounted food and beverage 
• Uniforms provided by the company
• Safety shoe discount 
• 401(k) with company match
• Clean and secure locker room for personal belongings 

 Compensation: 

• The starting hourly pay range for this position is $16.00-$19.00, depending on experience. 

Arbor’s Guiding Principles: Arbor Lodging focuses on Five Guiding Principles to foster a culture where growth, development, and progression thrive within the properties:

• Do the Right Thing - Operate and act with integrity in all you do even when it is not convenient. 
• Lead with Heart - Be kind, passionate and hospitable.
• Be Accountable - Take ownership and deliver results.
• Aim Higher - Go above and beyond to exceed expectations and pursue thoughtful change.
• Celebrate Differences - Embrace diversity; respect individual opinions and ideas.

Arbor Lodging Management provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arbor Lodging Management complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.