Cook I - In-room Dining (Full Time)

Tommy Bahama; Rancho Palos Verdes (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Line Cook to manage food production and ensure quality service standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in a high-quality kitchen environment, with supervisory skills and culinary training. This role involves preparing menu items, leading a team, and maintaining operational excellence while providing an exceptional guest experience.

Benefits

Competitive benefit package

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off/sick time

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Five years experience as a Line Cook in a quality hotel or restaurant.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Fluency in English (verbal and non-verbal).

Responsibilities

• Plan, prep, and set up food production for menu items.
• Direct, train, and monitor Line Cook performance.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate

Food handlers certificate

Certification of Culinary training or apprenticeship

Job description

Overview

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. Direct, train and monitor performance of Line Cooks. Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inventories as scheduled.
• Assist in plating up Banquet hot meals as assigned.
• Follow maintenance program and cleaning schedule.
• Perform duties in other areas of Kitchen as assigned.
• Work at off premise functions.
• Research new menu items.
• Attend designated meetings; Demonstrate leadership qualities

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain the company image and vision statement.
• Make optimal use of financial resources.
• Participate in ongoing training and encourage the personal development of all associates
• Continuous evaluation and improvement of the operations.
• To be an integral part of the development of future company projects
• To provide an exceptional guest experience

Qualifications

• Ability to work all stations on the line
• Fluency in English in verbal and non-verbal
• Compute basic arithmetic
• Provide legible communication
• Comprehend and follow recipes
• Expand/Condense recipes
• The Ability to:
  • Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy.
  • prioritize and organize
  • Be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment.
  • Follow directions thoroughly
  • Follow directions thoroughly.
  • Understand guest’s service needs.
  • work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team
  • work with minimal supervision
  • maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent Hotel data
  • direct performance of staff and follow up with corrections when needed
• Previous supervisory experience
• Previously worked with all products and food ingredients involved.
• Artistic talent
• Ability to input and access information in the property management system/computers/point of sales system
• Previous guest relations training
• Exert physical effort in transporting 50 pounds
• Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas.
• Remain in stationary position for 4 to 6 hours throughout work shift.
• Satisfactorily communicate with guests, management and co-workers to their understanding.

Experience, Education, & Licensure:

• 5 years’ experience as a Line Cook at a quality style Hotel or Restaurant.
• Food handlers certificate
• High school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate
• Certification of Culinary training or apprenticeship

Compensation

Base Pay Start Rate: $25.88/Hr

We offer a competitive benefit package for full-time, regular team members that includes: group medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, as well as participation in a pre-tax flexible benefit plan for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement and an employee assistance program. We also offer paid time off/sick time and are proud to offer participation in a 401(k) plan with a company match!

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