Downtown Hotel Line Cook – Flexible Schedule & Growth

Crescent Hotels & Resorts; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Associate benefits

401K matching

Flexible scheduling

Property discounts

IHG discounts

Growth opportunities

Downtown Austin team

Job summary

Crescent Hotels & Resorts in Austin, TX is seeking a Line Cook to prepare and plate menu items in accordance with established recipes and standards. You will stock stations, maintain quality, and support multiple service areas including restaurant, room service and events.

Applicants should have prior culinary or restaurant experience, strong knife skills, and the ability to read recipes. A Food Handler Certification is required or obtainable after hire.

Qualifications

• Previous culinary or restaurant experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to read recipes and follow instructions accurately.
• Food Handler Certification required (or ability to obtain upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, specifications, and plating standards.
• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies before service.
• Ensure food quality, taste, temperature, and presentation meet established standards.
• Maintain proper portion control and minimize food waste.
• Follow all allergy and dietary restrictions with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Assist with prep work and production for restaurant, room service, banquets, and special events as needed.
• Ensure all food products are properly labeled, dated, stored, and rotated according to FIFO standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned workstation.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs to supervisors.
• Properly operate and maintain kitchen equipment and tools.
• Complete opening, closing, and side work assignments as scheduled.

Skills

Culinary experience

Knife skills

Food preparation

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Crescent Hotels & Resorts in Austin, TX is seeking a Line Cook to prepare and plate menu items in accordance with established recipes and standards. You will stock stations, maintain quality, and support multiple service areas including restaurant, room service and events.

Applicants should have prior culinary or restaurant experience, strong knife skills, and the ability to read recipes. A Food Handler Certification is required or obtainable after hire.