Line Cook I (Hotel Job)

Kirkwood Community College • Cedar Rapids, IA

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About The Position

Prepare, season, and cook soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other food for fine dining restaurant and banquet/event guests. This position also serves as a trainer, supervising students’ learning experiences in all areas of The Hotel at Kirkwood Center, The Kirkwood Center for Hospitality Arts, and The Kirkwood Center for Continuing Education. Weekend availability is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Weekend availability is required.
• Knowledge of food storage and handling techniques.
• Ability to follow instructions, including menus and recipes, and to cook and plan meals.
• Effective time-management and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand 5–6 hours per day and squat, reach, and bend regularly.
• Ability to welcome, value, and nurture people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and support an inclusive environment.

Nice To Haves

• Some kitchen line or prep experience is desired.
• A post-high-school degree is preferred.
• At least two years of full-time experience in a related hospitality setting, or equivalent education and related work experience, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure safe, sanitary food-handling practices.
• Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods.
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables in preparation for use.
• Prepare, season, and cook soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs.
• Identify, list, and explain ingredients in response to dietary inquiries.
• Prepare and serve family meals for Hotel employees.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance at work.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Supervise students’ learning experiences as a trainer in the Hotel, Hospitality Arts, and Continuing Education settings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED