Apex at Seven Line Cook

Shaner Group; Sebring (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaner Hotels in Sebring, FL is seeking a dedicated line cook to join our hotel kitchen team. You will plan, prep, and set up menus and specials, ensuring all dishes meet our standards for quality and presentation.

Maintain sanitation, support budgeting with the Exec Chef, and keep equipment clean while working a flexible schedule including weekends. You should have proven line cook experience, strong attention to detail, and solid communication with guests and staff.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a line cook or relevant role.
• In depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation and baking techniques and nutrition.
• Safe food handling certification preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly with guests, management and co-workers.
• Physical strength and stamina for long hours standing.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prep, set up and provide quality service in all areas of food production for menu items and specials.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.
• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
• Assist the Executive Chef in establishing department budgets and adhering to budget guidelines.
• Ensure that all food and beverage products are consistently prepared and served according to hotel standards.

Skills

Proven line cook experience

Attention to detail

Creativity

Guest and staff communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; culinary certification preferred

Job description

• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
• Creates and designs new and unique menu items.
• Assists the Executive Chef in the establishment of department budgets and the adherence to budget guidelines.
• Ensure that all food and beverage products are consistently prepared and served according to hotel standards.
• Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the culinary preventative maintenance programs.
• Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety, and labor requirements of the kitchen areas, associates, and guests.

Responsibilities

Plan, prep, set up and provide quality service in all areas of food production for menu items and specials in the designated outlets in accordance with standards and plating guide specifications. Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a line cook or relevant role.
• Great attention to detail and creativity.
• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary certification and food safety certification preferred.
• In depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation and baking techniques and nutrition. Safe food handling certificate preferred.
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding.
• Physical strength and stamina to spend long hours standing and performing repetitive motions.

Shaner Hotel Group

Shaner Hotels is one of the hospitality industry's leading award-winning hotel owner-operators and management companies. Our growing portfolio includes more than 70 full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resort properties, representing over 8,000 guest rooms across 14 states and three countries.

Beyond hotel management, Shaner Hotels provides a comprehensive range of hospitality services for investors, hotel owners, and brand partners, including hotel development, design and construction, revenue management, e-commerce, sales and marketing, human resources, accounting, and operational support.

Whether you're joining one of our hotels or our corporate team, you'll become part of an organization committed to innovation, professional growth, and delivering outstanding hospitality. At Shaner Hotels, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers across every area of the hospitality industry.