Evening Cook — Hotel Kitchen, Quality & Safety Focus

The Ghoman Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Holiday Inn Indianapolis Airport is seeking a dependable Evening Cook to prepare quality meals and support kitchen operations during the evening shift. The role requires strong cooking skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to food safety and cleanliness.

Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining an organized station, ensuring proper temperatures, and collaborating with the Food & Beverage team. Evening/weekend availability is expected.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience in a hotel, restaurant, or commercial kitchen preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation and food-safety practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift or move kitchen supplies.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Reliable attendance and professional work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, menu specifications, and hotel standards.
• Prepare ingredients and maintain an organized cooking station.
• Ensure food is cooked and held at proper temperatures.
• Maintain consistent food quality, taste, portion sizes, and presentation.
• Monitor food freshness and properly store and label food items.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Safely operate kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Monitor inventory and communicate supply needs to management.
• Minimize food waste through proper preparation and portion control.
• Work closely with kitchen and Food & Beverage team members.
• Assist with kitchen closing duties, cleaning, and proper storage of food and equipment.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Chef or management.

Skills

Cooking skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Food safety awareness

Ability to work in fast-paced kitchen

Reliability

Job description

Holiday Inn Indianapolis Airport is seeking a dependable Evening Cook to prepare quality meals and support kitchen operations during the evening shift. The role requires strong cooking skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to food safety and cleanliness.

Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining an organized station, ensuring proper temperatures, and collaborating with the Food & Beverage team. Evening/weekend availability is expected.