Lead Line Cook

Westin Austin Downtown•Austin, TX

1d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Skipjack Oyster is Downtown Austin’s newest seafood-focused concept, bringing the charm and tradition of the Carolina coast to the heart of the city. From daily oyster selections and crisp wine pairings to casual bites and comforting coastal dishes, Skipjack offers a fresh take on the raw bar experience in a vibrant, reimagined space at The Westin Austin Downtown. If you're excited about great food, warm service, and being part of something from the ground up, Skipjack Oyster is the place to be. Summary: Enjoy advanced scheduling and the flexibility to swap or pick up shifts easily using our app—perfect for achieving better balance while pursuing your passion in the food and beverage industry! White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is how you make people feel. That’s where you come in. You’ll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow.

Requirements

Knowledge of all cooking and preparation equipment.
Basic cooking skills including sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry, and breakfast cookery.
Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for long periods of time.

Nice To Haves

Culinary education or apprenticeship preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

Serve as a Sous Chef in training, learning and practicing full job duties in the absence of the Sous Chef.
Mentor and collaborate with Entry and Senior Line Cooks, apprentices, and stewards while managing daily preparation and production in the food outlet.
Follow company F&B procedures, health department regulations, and federal guidelines.
Assist in maintaining food cost and labor cost standards.
Check freshness of foods and ingredients; ensure all recipes and portion-use records are followed.
Be aware of guest feedback scores and work to positively influence rankings.
Foster a climate of cooperation and respect among coworkers.
Perform other duties as assigned.