Hotel Line Cook

About the role

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking food according to the hotel’s standards and quality. Working under the supervision of a manager, the Line Cook is responsible for various areas, including breakfast, dinner and banquets while ensuring a high level of food consistency and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all ingredients for the shift before service begins, ensuring readiness.
• Operates the cooking station efficiently and safely, following hotel standards.
• Prepares food items according to designated recipes and quality standards.
• Maintains cleanliness and complies with food sanitation standards at all times.
• Practices safe food handling, preparation, cooking, and storage methods.
• Produces high-quality food, with a focus on pantry items, sandwiches, salads, and desserts.
• Manages guest orders in a friendly and timely manner.
• Inspects all food visually before sending it from the kitchen.
• Ensures workspace is fully stocked and follows opening and closing procedures.
• Handles and stores all food items properly, following safety standards.
• Prepares requisitions for supplies and food items, as needed.
• Follows written or verbal instructions from the Chef or supervisor.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in culinary arts or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year of related experience and/or training.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation methods, including pantry items, sandwiches, salads, and desserts.
• Ability to use cooking metrics and conversion methods for measurements.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions, ensuring consistency in quality.
• Experience in high-paced kitchen environments.
• Safe Serve/STATE Food Handler’s certification required.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Work Environment

• Works in a kitchen environment with varying temperatures.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals throughout the day.
• Flexibility to work long hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Pay

$27–$29 per hour