Cook I, Alteno

1 Hotel Austin, L.L.C.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

1 Hotel Austin, L.L.C. is seeking a Cook I to join our culinary team. Responsibilities include preparing food according to recipes, ensuring ingredient quality, and maintaining high hygiene standards in the kitchen.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience, possess strong multitasking abilities, and be a reliable team player. Flexibility to work varying schedules is essential.

Join us in creating memorable culinary experiences in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Food Handling certification can be obtained during employment.
• Ability to stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to recipe specifications.
• Ensure quality and hygiene of ingredients and kitchen.
• Communicate efficiently with kitchen staff.
• Manage product usage and minimize loss.
• Maintain professional appearance and company standards.

Skills

Organized

Multitasking

Team player

Communication skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

Job Responsibilities

As Cook I, you will be responsible for preparing food according to recipe specifications and ensuring the overall success of our daily culinary operations.

• Ensure all ingredients used in dishes are of the highest quality.
• Work well under pressure and maintain restaurant standards during busy periods.
• Stand and walk for extended periods; keep a notebook for recipes, procedures, and prep lists.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with other employees; communicate professionally.
• Communicate daily with Sous Chef(s), Executive Sous Chef and/or Executive Chef regarding hotel status, special arrivals or guests with dietary/allergic restrictions, kitchen status, cleanliness, and improvements.
• Communicate daily with stewards to ensure kitchen is running at the highest possible sanitary standards; give and log daily, weekly, monthly projects to stewards.
• Maintain high hygiene: ensure wash and sanitized kitchen is passed to next shift; ensure stewards follow cleanliness; perform daily line checks for quality and shelf life.
• Manage product usage to minimize loss; monitor portion sizing; assist supervisor with logs and checklists for State and Internal audits.
• Update recipe books; manage protein/plate counts; maintain maintenance logs; perform thorough walk‑in checks.
• Plate using proper service ware; prepare shift line‑ups and inform F&B staff of specials and menu changes.
• Maintain storerooms and dry storage; order par items; follow company and safety policies; report maintenance problems and hazards; complete safety training and certifications; store flammable materials properly.
• Maintain professional appearance; safeguard confidential information; embody company vision and deliver on promise.

Qualifications & Skills

• Organized and proficient at multitasking.
• At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Reliable team player willing to learn and adapt to new situations.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Proficient in verbal and written English communication.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Food Handling certification (can be obtained during employment).
• Flexible and willing to meet the demands of a 24‑hour operation.

Additional Notes

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job‑related duties assigned by their supervisor. Due to the nature of the hospitality industry, employees are required to work varying schedules, including holidays, to accommodate the business and demands of the hotel.

Legal & Employment Information

Starwood Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non‑discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodation, please visit People Operations.