Chef de Partie

Driftwood Hospitality Management; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Room Discounts

Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

Job summary

Driftwood Hospitality Management's Southlake Hilton property is seeking a reliable line cook to maintain, set up, and ensure quality of meat, fish, fowl and other items on the front line. The role supports Hilton Southlake with daily operation and quality control at the station.

This position requires English proficiency, a current Food Handler Card, and at least 3 years cooking experience with emphasis on broiler and sauté techniques, plus knowledge of sanitation and safety standards.

Qualifications

• English proficiency in written and verbal form is preferred.
• Hold a current Food Handler Card.
• 3 years cooking experience preferred; broiler cooking preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food/beverage preparations, service standards and etiquette.
• Familiarity with broiler and sauté cooking fundamentals.
• Knowledge of sanitation standards.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepares daily preparation lists for production.
• Reads and applies recipes using math.
• Prepares broiled and sautéed items according to standard recipes and guest checks.
• Selects high-quality ingredients and maintains product quality.
• Checks proper storage and maintains portion control.
• Maintains clean, sanitary work areas per health regulations.
• Maintains logs, cooling, heating, and temperature records.
• Follows safety procedures and reports unsafe conditions.
• Keeps a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance per handbook.
• Performs related duties as requested by management.
• Assists other kitchen personnel when needed.

Skills

English Proficiency

Food Handler Card

Cooking Experience

Broiler Cooking

Sauté Cooking

Sanitation Knowledge

Equipment Operation

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 619 - Southlake Hilton - Southlake, TX 76092 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $19.00 Hourly Job Shift: Any Driftwood Hospitality Management's company culture empowers our associates to take initiative, be proactive, and contribute to the success of their property with well-defined strategies and objectives. Driftwood Hospitality Management is renowned for our fully integrated approach to hospitality services - all with outstanding client service. Our team is made up of the best talent in the hospitality industry, down to every employee, position, and hotel.

Team Member Experience at Hilton Southlake

Complimentary MealsAll AM and PM shift team members enjoy free, freshly prepared lunches daily- because delivering great service begins with feeling valued and cared for.

Quarterly Team RalliesEach quarter, our team comes together to celebrate achievements, share updates, and build momentum through engaging rally-style events that strengthen collaboration and team spirit.

Employee RecognitionWe proudly recognize outstanding performance through awards, shout-outs, and recognition programs that celebrate team members who consistently go above and beyond. Your hard work is seen, appreciated, and rewarded.

Monthly Family BreakfastsOnce a month, we gather for a welcoming family-style breakfast that gives our team an opportunity to connect, recharge, and enjoy hospitality from the other side of the experience-Hilton style.

Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining, setting up, food production and quality control of all meat, fish, fowl and other food items prepared on the front line station.

Essential Job Functions

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. The Hotel operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting times, and hours worked in a week.

• Prepares daily preparation lists for production.
• Reads and employs math skills to follow recipes.
• Prepares all broiled and sautéed food items according to standard recipes and as specified on guest check, to ensure consistency of product; requires transportation of heavy food products.
• Visually inspects, selects, and uses only food items of the highest standard in the preparation of all menu items.
• Checks and controls the proper storage of product, checking on portion control, especially in specific cuts of meat, to maintain quality product.
• Keeps all refrigeration, equipment, and storage and working areas in clean, working condition in order to comply with health department regulations.
• Maintain all logs, cooling, heating, and temperature.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
• Follows safety and security procedures and rules.
• Knows department fire prevention and emergency procedures.
• Utilizes protective equipment.
• Reports unsafe conditions to management.
• Reports accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage or loss to management.
• Provides for a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures and rules.
• All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well groomed appearance. (Specific standards outlined in team member handbook).
• Perform any related duties as requested by management.
• Assists other Kitchen Personnel when need.

QualificationsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficiency in English, both written and verbal, is preferred.
• Hold a current Food Handler Card.
• 3 years cooking experience preferred. Broiler cooking preferred.
• Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette.
• Good working knowledge of the fundamentals of broiler cooking.
• Good working knowledge of the fundamentals of sauté cooking.
• Good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment, i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes.
• Basic knowledge of the English language sufficient to understand inquiries from team members and communicate simple instructions.
• Ability to comprehend and apply written product labeling instructions to enable the safe application of products and processes within the hotel.
• Ability to operate beverage equipment, e.g., coffee maker.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 100 lbs.
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hand in order to use all kitchen equipment, i.e., knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slicers, etc
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.
• Ability to perform duties in confined spaces.
• Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing and smiling.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Room Discounts
• Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

EEO:

Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.