Cook

LOREN AT LADY BIRD LAKE EMPLOYER LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical with 0 deductible

Dental/Vision

FSA

STD/LTD/Life and AD&D

Paid PTO

Paid Holidays

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Complimentary Employee Meal

Complimentary Bus Passes

Dining discount at Nido

Recognition Programs

Job summary

The Loren Hotel in Austin is seeking a dedicated kitchen team member to support line cooks by following recipe cards, prepping ingredients, and maintaining a clean, efficient station. You will ensure consistent quality, proper portioning, and timely service in a fast-paced luxury hotel kitchen.

The role requires 1–2 years of experience, basic culinary knowledge, and flexibility to work weekends/evenings. Competitive benefits and opportunities in a premier dining environment await.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cooking practices and kitchen procedures.
• Understanding of food industry regulations and safety.

Responsibilities

• Monitor line setup to ensure efficiency during meal periods.
• Prepare food following recipes and production standards.
• Date and rotate perishables and store items per SOP.
• Check pars and plan prep, freezer pulls, and line setup.
• Return unused items to proper storage after shifts.

Skills

Cooking knowledge

Food safety knowledge

Flexible hours

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary arts associate degree (preferred)

Job description

About UsAt the cornerstone of Ladybird Lake and the Austin Skyline, the internationally recognized best in class Luxury Hotel Group, The Loren Hotel will bring a level of understated luxury and sophistication to Austin.With its unparalleled views of Lady Bird Lake and the Austin skyline, The Loren invites discerning residents and guests to experience the ultimate in understated luxury and curated Austin culture. Our modern hotel rooms, impeccable service, and exclusive amenities offer the perfect complement to our indoor-outdoor environment, uniquely set within Austin’s most beloved green space.We are Uncompromising by NatureWe are here for those who question the ordinary. Who shun the mundane, the dull and the blunt. The risk-takers, the tree-shakers, the trail-makers. Those who believe in more, in further, and better. Who won’t settle for second, or for “good enough?” or “nearly there?” Who will get to their feet and not be shaken by doubters. Not afraid to be one of the curious minds. Who will talk of the world with elegance and charm. Knowing of its beauty, its delicate place. Yet embrace those things that bring us on. Art, food, wine, and song. Find us, united by a love for life. Its zest, its zing… its unpredictable turns. Join our commitment, our passion, and flair. Free spirits with soul.Our Full-time Eligible benefits include:Participation in 401(k) with company match of up to 4%*Medical with 0 deductible/0 co-pay options/Dental/Vision/FSA/STD/LTD/Life and AD&D/Hospital IndemnityPaid PTOPaid HolidaysPaid Maternity/Paternity LeaveEmployee Assistance Program*Complimentary Employee Meal*Complimentary Bus Passes*50% off Dining in Nido*Recognition Programs, Incentives and Celebrations**Benefits available to Part time AssociatesJob Summary/ResponsibilitiesCheck all items against the recipe cards, verify that use records are followed for all items served and that food is presented in an efficient, quality manner.Monitor the line set up prior to all meal functions to ensure maximum efficiency during meal periods.Monitor the equipment maintenance and kitchen \"clean as you go\" policy to ensure strict adherence.Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per dupe from servers.Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare more than estimated needs.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 per SOP.Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per dupe from servers.Other ResponsibilitiesAll other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by leadership.Supervisory DutiesNoneCore CompetenciesDrawn from our core values, each competency is built upon a set of basic behaviors that are shared by all associates, regardless of role which include:Integrity and RespectCommunicationInnovationTeamwork and RelationshipsHospitalityJob ExcellenceEducation/Formal TrainingHigh school diploma or GED.Associate degree in culinary arts, preferred.ExperienceExperience required by position is from one to two full years of employment in a related position with this company or other organization(s).Knowledge/SkillsKnowledge of cooking and the practices and procedures of a kitchen in order to perform non-repetitive analytical work.In-depth knowledge of food industry regulations.Flexible working hours, including weekends and evenings when required.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying: Position regularly involves lifting food cases and metros weighing up to 70 lbs. Items include food, small equipment -75% of the time.Periodic climbing required.Bending of the knees does become necessary when using the lower oven for cooking, 5-10 times a day.Mobility -full range of mobility and the ability to travel 30-50 feet on a regular basis throughout the day.Continuous standing -during preparation, during service hours or during expediting, usually all day.Must be able to hear equipment timers and communicate with other staff.Must be able to see that product is prepared appropriately. Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying.Must be able to understand and follow verbal/written instructions and communicate both verbally and in writing.EnvironmentInside 95% of 8 hours. Going in the freezer temperatures can be -10 degrees. On the front line, temperatures can be over 100 degrees.