PM Line Cook - Ridge Room Tavern

About the role

We’re more than just a team – we’re a community dedicated to making a difference every day. At Olympia Hospitality and Hyatt Place Harrisonburg, we create a fun, supportive environment where growth never stops, and success is celebrated together. The Cook is responsible for safely and efficiently preparing and cooking food that will keep our customers coming back. Our goal is to have customers tell us that our food and service is excellent!

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and quality standards.
• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies.
• Ensure freshness and quality of ingredients before cooking.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, adhering to food safety standards and sanitation regulations.
• Collaborate with kitchen team members to ensure timely and efficient service.
• Monitor food inventory and communicate shortages or discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.
• Follow proper portion control and presentation techniques.
• Assist in the development of new menu items and specials.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience.
• High school diploma and/or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with receiving orders and inventory control helpful.
• Culinary Arts education preferred.
• Serve-Safe Certification and Allergy Awareness Training preferred.

Skills

• Provide high-level customer service.
• Communicate effectively with guests and team members.
• Follow instructions and ability to learn quickly.
• Pay attention to detail and maintain composure when working under pressure.
• Safe and appropriate use and operation of kitchen equipment.
• Knife skills, grill, broiler, sauté, and expediter skills; garde manger experience.
• Speed in meal production while ensuring high-quality food.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: We contribute up to 80% toward individual health plans and offer affordable dental and vision insurance. FSA and HSA options available.
• Secure Your Future: 401K plan with discretionary yearly match.
• Peace of Mind: Paid group term life insurance for select positions, 50% shared cost short-term disability, and option to purchase additional employee-paid life insurance.
• Time for You: Robust PTO plan and 7 paid holidays. Earned wage access program for quick paycheck access.
• Additional Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), sober support network, and recovery-friendly workplace.
• Perks: Exclusive hotel travel discounts. Additional benefits may be available based on property-specific locations.

Pay

$16.00–19.00/hour