Line Cook

Applicants should be thoughtful team-players, with the ideal candidate displaying the following qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Line Cook or in a similar role within the hospitality industry. Hotel experience preferred. 
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
• Strong culinary knowledge
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to handle multiple priorities
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holiday

 
Job Summary

The Line Cook is responsible for meal preparation and assigned kitchen duties. Work hours/days vary as dictated by business needs, and may include weekends and holidays.

Job Duties

• Plan and prepare various food items and meals for hotel restaurant and catering functions, following proper food handling and safety guidelines.
• Understand food cost and portion control without sacrificing quality.
• Assist with quality and presentation issues, cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and the restaurant when necessary.
• Accommodate guests’ special requests.
• Maintain clean work area, practicing “clean as you go” policy.
• Assist with inventory, ordering and receiving of all Food & Beverage items as directed.
• Assist with any reports as required (inventory, food costs, beverage costs, etc.)
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards with anyone entering the kitchen area.
• Coordinate catering reservations and Food preparation with Sales Department and assure guest satisfaction. Follow up on menu items and cost any special menu requests.
• Assist with training and monitoring kitchen personnel in the performance of their duties as necessary.
• Support environmental commitments by having the knowledge, skills, and values to be a leader in the global goal of “greening” the hospitality industry.
• Watch for safety hazards and report them immediately to your Department Supervisor.

Minimum Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum one year hospitality or restaurant food service experience required.
• Must be able to read tickets
• Able to work with little or no supervision.
• Read, write, and verbally communicate effectively and professionally with other business departments, guests, and vendors. Ability to diplomatically deal with difficult situations and people, while exhibiting a consistent level of professionalism.

Compensation is competitive and includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance available first of the month following thirty days of employment. Paid Vacation and Sick time. Hyatt Hotel room discounts for travel.  We strive to provide opportunities for professional advancement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‐related requirements.