Downtown Hotel Line Cook: Culinary Prep & Catering

HRI Hospitality; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Place Hyatt House Indianapolis Downtown is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join our hotel kitchen team. You will plan and prepare menu items for the restaurant and catering, follow safety protocols, and help maintain a clean, organized work area.

The role requires at least one year in hospitality or restaurant food service; HS diploma preferred; ability to work with little supervision; strong communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum one year hospitality or restaurant food service experience required.
• Able to work with little supervision.
• Read, write, and verbally communicate effectively with other departments, guests, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare various food items and meals for hotel restaurant and catering functions, following proper food handling and safety guidelines.
• Understand food cost and portion control without sacrificing quality.
• Assist with quality and presentation issues, cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and the restaurant when necessary.
• Accommodate guests’ special requests.
• Maintain clean work area, practicing 'clean as you go' policy.
• Assist with inventory, ordering and receiving of all Food & Beverage items as directed.
• Assist with any reports as required (inventory, food costs, beverage costs, etc.).
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards with anyone entering the kitchen area.
• Coordinate catering reservations and Food preparation with Sales Department and assure guest satisfaction.
• Follow up on menu items and cost any special menu requests.
• Assist with training and monitoring kitchen personnel in the performance of their duties as necessary.
• Watch for safety hazards and report them immediately to your Department Supervisor.
• Perform other duties as directed, developed or assigned.

Skills

Communication

Food safety

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Hyatt Place Hyatt House Indianapolis Downtown is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join our hotel kitchen team. You will plan and prepare menu items for the restaurant and catering, follow safety protocols, and help maintain a clean, organized work area.

The role requires at least one year in hospitality or restaurant food service; HS diploma preferred; ability to work with little supervision; strong communication and teamwork.