Temporary Line Cook, The Statler Hotel

Cornell University•Ithaca, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Statler Hotel, located on Cornell University's campus, serves as the practical hotel operations laboratory for the Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration. It is renowned as "the premier hotel that teaches," combining modern elegance with the vibrant energy of campus life and offering guests a unique and immersive stay. The hotel has over 150 rooms and state-of-the-art conference facilities, hosting numerous important events and meetings. The Statler Hotel is committed to excellence in service and hospitality education, making it a cornerstone of Cornell's hospitality program. The line cook position is responsible for executing daily prep tasks, including cutting ingredients, setting up the production line, and preparing food with accuracy and speed. They ensure food safety by monitoring and recording temperatures and maintain cleanliness of the work area. Additionally, they provide functional guidance and training for student cooks while collaborating with front-of-house staff to ensure a quality customer experience. The role requires maintaining professionalism, supporting teammates, and adhering to operating standards during shift closures. Every member of the community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
1-2 years of experience cooking in a restaurant, hotel, or resort
Understanding of cooking methods and procedures, and knife handling skills
Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
Ability to read and follow cooking directions
Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
Must be organized and self-motivated
Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift, and carry heavy materials

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree
A degree from an accredited College or University with a focus on Culinary Arts

Responsibilities

Executing daily prep tasks, including cutting ingredients, setting up the production line, and preparing food with accuracy and speed.
Ensuring food safety by monitoring and recording temperatures.
Maintaining cleanliness of the work area.
Providing functional guidance and training for student cooks.
Collaborating with front-of-house staff to ensure a quality customer experience.
Maintaining professionalism, supporting teammates, and adhering to operating standards during shift closures.
Fostering a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.
Performing other duties as assigned.