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Responsibilities

• Prepare assigned food items.
• Follow recipes and portion control guidelines.
• Set up stations with appropriate par levels for the shift and restock items as needed.
• Prepare any ingredient or specific recipes as directed.
• Keep work area clean, sanitized, and organized.
• Use a variety of food service equipment safely.
• Follow sanitary food handling procedures.
• Understand and practice proper food cooling and storing procedures.
• Prepares workstation and daily prep list.
• Follow directions.
• Learn all menu items produced by assigned station.
• Perform work assignments to meet proper quantities.
• Practice safe food handling procedures.
• Maintain the quality and consistency of all food served.
• Absorb and assist in stocking inventory appropriately.
• Ensure food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and timely.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and guests.
• Inform management when equipment is due for maintenance or repair.
• Set up and maintain stock of food preparation lines.
• Prepare food as requested/ordered.
• Report unsafe conditions to the supervisor immediately.
• Maintain hotel equipment in proper working conditions.
• Be familiar with hotel facilities, their location, and hours of operation.
• Complete any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.
• Attend required meetings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Culinary certification preferred.
• Minimum of two years or more of line cook experience required, preferably in fast-paced culinary environment.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment (ovens, burners, etc.).
• Demonstrated basic knife skills.
• Able to follow directions/recipes.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
• Commitment to the production of high-quality products and service.
• Thorough knowledge and ability to follow safety guidelines.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Professional behavior required.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Level-headed with outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Easily adapt to changing situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good personal hygiene/cleanliness.
• Food Handler Certification required.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English both verbally and written form.
• Flexible scheduling nights, weekends, and holidays.

Required Certifications

• Food Handler Certification.

Working Environment/Physical Demands

• Primarily working in a kitchen environment: hot dishes, sharp objects, knives, boiling water, hot stoves/surfaces, potential wax floors, slip-resistant footwear required.
• Exposure to hot and cold temperatures and moderate to high noise levels.
• While performing the duties of this job, you are regularly required to walk, stand, for 6-8 hours per day.
• Occasionally required to climb and use balance.
• Frequent use of hands and arms to reach, carry, pull, and lift 50 lbs.