Line Cook-AM
About The Position
The Line Cook prepares and cooks a variety of hot and cold food items while maintaining high standards of quality, presentation, and safety. The role requires strong culinary skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen. The cook prepares items such as salads, desserts, cold appetizers, grilled ingredients, and cooked vegetables; handles ingredients and stock; maintains kitchen cleanliness; and collaborates with other kitchen staff during service. This is an AM position with open availability required. Hours are based on business levels, with flexibility needed for business requirements, potential overtime, and holiday and weekend shifts.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in a professional kitchen.
- Solid knowledge of cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety standards.
- Proficiency preparing a wide range of dishes and using kitchen tools and appliances such as grills, fryers, slicers, and ovens.
- Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team in a high-pressure environment.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to consistently produce high-quality, well-prepared, and attractively presented dishes.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently during busy periods while preparing food on time and to required standards.
- Ability to stand for long periods, lift and carry heavy items, and work in a hot, fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Open availability, including flexibility for potential overtime and holiday and weekend shifts.
Responsibilities
- Prepare a variety of hot and cold food items, including salads, desserts, cold appetizers, grilled ingredients, and cooked vegetables, with precision and consistency.
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment, including grills, deep fryers, ovens, and electric slicers, and use standard kitchen utensils while following safety protocols.
- Retrieve, organize, and properly store ingredients in refrigerators, freezers, and pantry areas.
- Rotate stock, label items with expiration dates, and ensure ingredient freshness.
- Maintain clean, organized, and sanitized food preparation areas, storage spaces, and kitchen equipment in accordance with health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to support efficient preparation, assist with plating and garnishing, and contribute to smooth kitchen operations during peak service times.
- Assemble and present dishes attractively in accordance with quality and visual standards.
Benefits
- Health benefit eligibility after 60 days of employment.
- 401(k).
- Discounted room nights at more than 1,000 Hyatt properties upon hire.
- Free meals in the colleague cafeteria.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and holidays; eligibility and amount depend on employment status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
