Breakfast Line Cook – Early Morning Shift

College Station Hospitality Group LTD; Dean (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary Daily Pay!

Team Member Hotel Discount Program

Uniforms Provided for most positions

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Job summary

Valor Hospitality is seeking a dedicated kitchen professional in the Dean, PA area to prepare culinary items for guests and hotel clients. You will handle pantry, fry, and other stations, ensuring high quality, accuracy, and a clean, safe working environment.

Responsibilities include following recipes, managing multiple orders, and assisting with cost control and inventory. Candidates should be able to work the 4am–12pm shift and communicate effectively with team members.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Culinary certificate or degree preferred.
• Six months to one year in a food/beverage service environment.
• Knowledge of operating industrial ovens and cooking ranges.
• Understanding of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipes, standards and portion controls.
• Work across kitchen stations: broiler, sauté, fry, pantry, expediter.
• Maintain proper temperatures and rotate perishables per SOP.
• Assist in controlling food cost and minimizing waste.
• Support daily prep and setup for the shift, including buffet needs.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

Knife handling

English proficiency

Education

High school education or equivalent

Culinary certificate or degree preferred

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

At Valor, we are passionate Hotelitarians- driven, detail-obsessed professionals who go beyond service to deliver true hospitality. With a global perspective and a commitment to thoughtful hospitality and sustainable dining, we bring enthusiasm, creativity, and local flair to every property we support. We seek individuals who value relationships, embrace high standards, and create meaningful experiences for guests, teams, and owners alike. If you're someone who notices the little things and strives to make a lasting impact, you'll thrive here. Please visit http://www.valorhospitality.com to learn more about our existing hotels, other exciting job opportunities and our company.

Valor Hospitality is a leading hotel management company that is a trend setter in the hospitality market. The company is recognized by owners, investors, developers, and guests as an innovative partner to drive revenue and increase profits. We believe that the highest form of compliment is respect for each associate, both as an individual and as a valued part of our organization. We will do our best to encourage communication, and we will listen with an open mind to new ideas. Furthermore, we are dedicated to implementing those ideas, which will result in a higher level of productivity and professionalism. In addition, we are committed to you, and your career advancement and we will provide you the opportunity to be successful.

POSITION PROFILE

Prepare culinary delights for our guests and hotel clientele. Guest satisfaction revolves around the food appearance, high quality of the food and overall dining experience. Be responsible for the daily preparation of food items in the pantry, fry stations or other areas of the kitchen. Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe sanitary work environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION

Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards, use records, production and portion standards, per order specifications. Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare more than estimated needs. Remembering all the multiple orders and easily assemble them to the order. Work all stations on kitchen line to include broiler, sauté, fry, pantry, and expediter stations. Date all food containers and rotate as per the SOP, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures. Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull, and line set up. Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages. Assist in keeping buffet stocked. Return all food items not used on next shift to designed storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables. Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage. Perform other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management. MUST be able to work 4AM to 12PM.

DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school education or equivalent experience.


• Culinary certificate or degree preferred.


• Experience: Six months - 1 year in a food/beverage services environment or establishment.


• Skills and Abilities: Strong knowledge of operating industrial sized ovens and cooking ranges.


• Possess knowledge of preparing different types of cuisines, relishes, soups and salads.


• Have a basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.


• Understand and knowledgeable of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.


• Must have manual coordination to punch buttons, grasp items in hand, and carry containers loaded with food and liquids.


• Able to read, speak and understand English.


• Able to lift, push, carry 20 - 40 lbs.


• Stand continuously for long periods of time.


• Communicate information and hotel services to management, staff and guests.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Competitive Salary Daily Pay!


• Team Member Hotel Discount Program


• Uniforms Provided for most positions


• Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options


• Paid PTO


• 401k with employer match


• Team Member Awards and Recognition programs throughout the year


• Food and Beverage Discounts


• Tuition Reimbursement

If you think you bring the ideal blend of skills, attitude and teamwork, sprinkled with a love of Texas life, this could be the perfect home for you! Are you passionate and creative with a desire to grow?

We are a global hospitality management company who partner with internationally renowned brands to deliver the full commercial potential of our hotels. Here in the US, we operate 25 properties and have ambitious development and growth plans. Our mission to go beyond hospitality by creating memorable experiences and lasting connections with our guests. It's our uncomprising passion for outstanding service that makes us who we are. At the core of this philosophy is our people. Our culture runs on passion, enthusiasm and fun. We love what we do! We set the bar high and we are relentless in our pursuit to re-define hospitality.