H2B - Cook

The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa has been delighting vacationers – including 24 U.S. Presidents – for over 250 years. A recently completed $170 million renovation restored the historic character to this Allegheny Mountain resort in Virginia. The four‑season resort offers superb restaurant dining, championship golf, a spa, winter sports and numerous activities for families and corporate outings. Associates enjoy a dynamic work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, and the pride of working for a company known for exceptional service.

Overview

The Line Cook ensures all food is prepared in a timely manner and made according to the menu specifications. Works and communicates effectively with all other kitchen personnel.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently prepare all food items as directed by the supervisor and to company specifications, with limited supervision from management.
• Demonstrate good knowledge of culinary fundamentals and techniques.
• Work on an outlet hot/cold line executing menu items within the specified timeline for each meal period.
• Stay organized with prep sheets and station guides, managing personal timelines to be ready for service.
• Understand how to use all culinary equipment properly and safely.
• Perform plate presentations that meet the resort’s specifications.
• Communicate effectively with other team members.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude in stressful situations.
• Attend required monthly department meetings and company trainings.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.
• Work a restaurant line.
• Possess basic knowledge of knife skills and various vegetable cuts.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years culinary experience in a hotel or restaurant kitchen.
• Ability to work efficiently without immediate supervision and collaborate well with others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational abilities.
• Basic mathematical skills and an understanding of weights and measures.
• Ability to follow recipes.
• Unexpired Food Handler certification (or obtain upon hire).
• Capability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment while executing delegated tasks.
• Culinary degree and/or formal training is strongly preferred.
• Physical ability to lift, push, pull, and carry moderate weight.
• Ability to walk/stand for extended periods, with frequent bending and twisting.
• Proficiency with culinary tools (knives, commercial equipment, etc.) and a developed sense of taste and smell.