Line Cook

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation•Baltimore, MD

26d

About The Position

The Line Cook III prepares food for daily operations while maintaining cleanliness and sanitation, quality, taste, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness, and showing respect for fellow cooks and the hotel environment. The position works in the main kitchen and food and beverage service areas and may occasionally interact directly with guests. It is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is subject to overtime in accordance with federal and state regulations. The duties listed represent the key work performed but may not include all responsibilities or qualifications.

Requirements

Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
Ability to carry or lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand and move about the kitchen.
Ability to handle food, objects, products, and utensils.
Ability to bend, stoop, and kneel.
Communication skills for interacting with cooks, wait staff, and supervisors.
Reading and writing skills for following recipes, assisting with kitchen staff scheduling, and monitoring inventory.
Basic mathematical skills, including percentages, quantities, and variances.
Alcohol awareness certification and/or a food service permit or valid health/food handler card, as required by local or state government agency.

Nice To Haves

Some food preparation experience or training is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook orders for daily operations.
Complete prep-list tasks as directed by the Head Chef or another kitchen manager.
Wash, chop, portion, and sort ingredients for daily operations.
Measure and portion seasonings, sauces, and other ingredients according to recipes and preparation standards.
Label, date, rotate, and properly stock prepared ingredients and food items in designated storage areas.
Inform the supervisor about low inventory; assist with receiving items and taking inventory as required.
Maintain kitchen sanitation and cleanliness in accordance with health board standards and Sonesta requirements.
Keep the work area clean, neat, and organized, including reach-ins, walk-ins, and counters.
Report unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to the supervisor.
Assist with ware washing or other kitchen duties as needed.
Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments, including Sales and Marketing, Catering, Banquets, Outlets, Maintenance, and Guest Services.
Occasionally interact directly with guests.
Perform other duties as assigned.