Cook II (Main Kitchen)

Loews Hotels; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) & company match

Paid Sick Days, Vacation, Holidays, & 

Bereavement & Pet Bereavement

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Team Member Hotel Rates

Job summary

Loews Hotels is seeking a dedicated line cook to join our hotel kitchen team in Arlington, TX. You will assist in receiving, prepping, and cooking food to deliver high-quality dining experiences for guests and events.

Responsibilities include following standardized recipes, maintaining cleanliness, and complying with sanitation standards while working in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. Prior culinary training and ability to work weekends are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Post-secondary culinary training or certification as Cook is required.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Food Service Sanitation Standards.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and organizes work area with all necessary supplies and equipment.
• Receives, inspects, and rotates all food products to ensure freshness.
• 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 cold foods according to presentation guidelines.
• Monitors finished product to ensure timely service.
• Ensures quality and timely dish delivery.
• Follows Governmental Food Sanitation Standards at all times.
• Operates and cleans kitchen equipment safely.
• Notifies supervisor of equipment malfunctions or safety hazards.
• Returns utensils to pot wash area and manages hot item notifications.
• Cleans and breaks down work area and stores ingredients properly.
• Ensures closing side work is complete and kitchen is secure.

Skills

High School Diploma

Culinary Training

Food Safety Knowledge

English Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary training/certification as Cook

Job description

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
• Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks and more

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 cold foods according to established plating/presentation guidelines
• Monitors finished product 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 and equipment malfunction or safety hazard immediatelyProvides Steward with timely notification of need for clean dishes, pots, pans etc.
• Returns cooking 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
• Post Secondary culinary training/certification as “Cook” from a recognized culinary training school +One year experience cooking in an upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or equivalent
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Food Service Sanitation Standards
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its useAbility to stand, stoop, bend; lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays