Cook III Main Kitchen

Loews Hotels & Co; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Loews Arlington Hotel is hiring a Cook III for the Main Kitchen in Arlington, TX. The role focuses on high-quality food preparation, strict adherence to recipes, and maintaining food safety standards in a high-volume, upscale hotel environment.

Ideal candidates will have a year of cooking experience in a hotel or upscale restaurant, strong knowledge of sanitation standards, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year cooking experience in upscale, high-volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or post-secondary culinary training/certification as a Cook.
• Thorough knowledge of Food Service Sanitation Standards and standard kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and organizes work area with all necessary supplies and equipment.
• Receives and inspects food products for quality and freshness; rotates stock.
• Prepares and stores raw food products properly and follows recipes and portion guidelines.
• Monitors temperatures and sanitation to ensure timely, safe service.
• Ensures plating and presentation meet established guidelines.
• Maintains safety and cleanliness of work areas and equipment.
• Adheres to all hotel policies and safety regulations.

Skills

Cooking experience

Sanitation knowledge

Kitchen equipment knowledge

English proficiency

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary training/certification as Cook

Job description

Cook III Main Kitchen### Cook III Main KitchenApply: TX - Arlington - Loews Arlington Hotel: Full time: Posted Today: R0089781Loews Arlington Hotel offers job seekers a large-scale resort and meetings environment in Arlington’s sports district. Team members support 888 rooms, five dining venues, pools, spa services and 266,000 square feet of event space, with skybridge access to Live! by Loews. **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, Holidays & Paid Bereavement* Training & Development opportunities, career growth* Tuition Reimbursement* Pet Insurance & Pet Bereavement* Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks & more* Complimentary Parking* Complimentary meals in Team Member Café while working* Discounted tickets to local attractions & entertainment venues* Community volunteer opportunities* *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