AM Line Cook ($500 Hiring Bonus!) - Portland Harbor Hotel

Hotel•Portland, ME

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Portland Harbor Hotel, a Colwen Hotels Property, is in search of experienced AM Line Cooks to join our Food and Beverage team! The ideal candidate will have previous cooking experience and possess a high level of dependability and attention to detail. If you are looking for a friendly, fast paced work environment and have a passion for cooking this could be the position you have been looking for! This position is offering a $500 Hiring Bonus, subject to applicable tax withholdings. $250 to be paid out after 3 months of employment and the remaining $250 after 6 months of employment.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Basic understanding of or ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety
Basic understanding of or ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures
Ability to function well in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment
Ability to work quickly and efficiently
Ability to work well with a team
Ability to maintain personal hygiene
Prior related experience preferred
ServSafe/Safe Food handling certification as required by individual property

Responsibilities

Prepare food following recipe cards and production and portion standards.
Adhere to all applicable Colwen and brand standards.
Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
Answer, report, and follow Executive or Sous Chef instructions.
Ensure food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and timely fashion.
Date and rotate stored food items as per hotel and food safety standards.
Ensure proper time and temperature standards.
Maintain compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, hygiene codes, and standards.
Assist in dish washing and other areas of the kitchen as needed.
Check par levels for shift use.
Note out of stock items and possible shortages.
Operate, maintain, and properly clean all kitchen equipment for cooking, prep, and storage.
Assist in prep work for the next shift.
Assist in storing food deliveries.
Ensure proper breakdown at end of shift and cleaning of kitchen and other workstations as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.