Culinary Backline Cook PM

Paycom; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Umstead Hotel is seeking a PM Backline Cook to execute refined, seasonally driven cuisine with precision and consistency, upholding the Executive Chef’s standards of quality, sanitation, and professionalism. This luxury, fine dining environment requires technical skill, discipline, and a commitment to excellence.

You will collaborate closely with the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef to deliver an exceptional culinary experience reflective of the restaurant’s elevated standards, maintaining

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent education required.
• One to two years kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in a hot kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute menu items with meticulous attention to detail, technique, and presentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and service-ready station at all times.
• Follow recipes, plating guides, and culinary direction with accuracy and consistency.
• Uphold the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and product handling.
• Assist in breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, including butchery, receiving, storage, and inventory rotation.

Skills

Professionalism

Work ethic

Attention to detail

Culinary techniques

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary:The PM Backline Cook is responsible for executing refined, seasonally driven cuisine with precision and consistency while upholding the Executive Chef’s standards of quality, integrity, sanitation, and professionalism. This role requires technical skill, discipline, and a commitment to excellence in a luxury fine dining environment. The PM Backline Cook works in close collaboration with the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef team to deliver an exceptional culinary experience reflective of the restaurant’s elevated standards.Essential Responsibilities:Execute menu items with meticulous attention to detail, technique, and presentation. Maintain a clean, organized, and service-ready station at all times. Follow recipes, plating guides, and culinary direction with accuracy and consistency. Demonstrate strong foundational cooking techniques and the ability to refine skills through instruction and repetition. Uphold the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and product handling. Assist in all areas of kitchen operations including breakfast, lunch, dinner service, butchery, product receiving, storage, and inventory rotation. Communicate clearly and professionally with all culinary team members. Contribute to a culture of accountability, mutual respect, and continuous improvement. Perform effectively during high-volume and high-expectation service periods.Job Requirements:Demonstrated professionalism and respect for all associates. Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence. Ability to retain instruction and execute techniques consistently. High attention to detail and organizational discipline. Ability to work efficiently and calmly in a fast-paced fine dining environment. Understanding of how culinary execution directly impacts the guest’s overall perception of the restaurant and hotel.Physical Requirements:Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds during a shift. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Ability to work in a hot, demanding kitchen environment.Education:High school or equivalent education requiredExperience:One to two years kitchen experience preferredLicenses or Certificates:Ability to obtain and/or maintain any government required licenses, certificates or permits.Grooming:All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance per The Umstead Hotel standards.