Cook I - Preston's

Loews Hotels & Co; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Loews Miami Beach Hotel is hiring for a line cook in a fast-paced oceanfront kitchen. You will set up your station, prepare and plate high-quality items, and follow recipes to meet exacting standards.

The role requires one year of cooking experience or relevant culinary education, knowledge of sanitation standards, and the ability to work flexible hours in a high-volume, upscale hotel environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year cooking experience in upscale, high-volume hotel or freestanding restaurant, or post-secondary culinary training/certification.
• Thorough knowledge of Food Service Sanitation Standards.
• Thorough knowledge of standard kitchen equipment and its use.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend; lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to work flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and organizes work area with all necessary supplies and equipment.
• Receives, inspects, rotates all food products to ensure freshness and quality.
• Prepares and stores raw food products properly.
• Follows standardized recipes in the preparation and cooking of menu items.
• Adheres to portion control guidelines and minimizes waste.
• Plates foods according to established plating/presentation guidelines.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety in the kitchen and work areas.
• Ensures that all closing side work is completed and equipment is turned off.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary culinary training/certification as Cook

Job description

Loews Miami Beach Hotel offers careers at a reimagined oceanfront resort in South Beach. Team members support 790 renovated guestrooms and suites, direct beach access, an oceanfront pool deck, Sea Spa, six restaurants and lounges, and more than 65,000 square feet of meeting space.

Who We Are

Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.

Growth and belonging start here

you’ll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role—from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT—offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

What We Offer

• Competitive health & wellness benefits, 401(k) & company match
• Paid Sick Days, Vacation, and Holidays, Paid Bereavement, Paid Pet Bereavement
• Training & Development opportunities, career growth
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Complimentary meals in Team Member Café while working
• Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks and more
• Benefits are subject to eligibility and may vary by position

Job Specific

• Sets up and organizes work area with all necessary supplies and equipment
• Receives, inspects, rotates all food products to ensure fresh, high quality ingredients are used
• Prepares and stores raw food products properly
• Follows standardized recipes in the preparation and cooking of menu items
• Adheres to established portion control guidelines, minimizes waste
• Plates foods according to established plating/presentation guidelines
• Monitors finished product waiting to ensure food is served promptly, notifies supervisor of any delays in service
• Ensures that a quality product is prepared and served in a timely manner
• Follows all Governmental Food Sanitation Standards at all times
• Monitors refrigeration and holding temperatures, cleans and sanitizes work surfaces, washes hands frequently
• Uses knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders and all other equipment in a safe manner according to the manufactures recommendations
• Notifies Supervisor of any equipment malfunction or safety hazard immediately
• Provides Steward with timely notification of need for clean dishes, pots, pans etc.
• Returns utensils to pot wash area, informs Steward of any HOT items
• Cleans and breaks down work area, returns all unused ingredients to proper storage at end of shift
• Ensures that all closing side work is complete, cooking equipment is turned off and kitchen is secure at end of shift
• Other duties as assigned

General

• Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times
• Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or areas of concern
• Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow employees
• Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
• Complies with required safety regulations and procedures
• Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
• Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
• Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
• Recycles whenever possible
• Remains current with hotel information and changes
• Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, or its equivalent
• One year cooking experience in upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or Post Secondary culinary training/certification as "Cook" from a recognized culinary training school
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Food Service Sanitation Standards
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend; lift and carry up to 35 pounds
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays