Experienced Line Cook

The Harborview; Port Washington (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) eligibility with company match

Flexible scheduling

On-the-job training

Paid Time Off from day one

Holiday pay

Growth opportunities

Travel discounts

Job summary

S&L Hospitality in Port Washington, Wisconsin is seeking an Experienced Line Cook to join our kitchen team. You will adhere to the restaurant menu and food health and safety procedures, drawing on prior heart-of-house experience (prep or line cook) and the ability to work independently with attention to detail.

We value a self-motivated, professional attitude, and will look for candidates who can work evenings for dinner prep and service.

Qualifications

• Two years of hospitality or food service experience preferred.
• Ability to push/pull/bend/lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and up to 70 lbs, and frequently 15 lbs.
• Must be at least 18 years old (or minimum age required by law).
• Flexible schedule to meet business needs.
• Detail-oriented with focus on a clean, safe kitchen environment.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to handle knives, utensils, and equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients using proper techniques and utensils.
• Ensure proper plate presentation and orders meet guest expectations.
• Follow food health and safety policies and procedures.
• Keep workstation and kitchen environment sanitized and orderly.
• Check ingredient quality, restock, and replenish station as necessary.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Food prep

English communication

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

Stamina

Job description

S&L Hospitality, along with this location, are seeking an individual to work as a Experienced Line Cook who will adhere to restaurant menu and follow food health and safety procedures. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in the heart of house, preferably previous prep and line cook experience, are able to work independently, are self-motivated, have a strong sense of detail, a passion for food and are able to work within the operational hours of the restaurant, specifically must be available evenings for dinner prep and service.

Key Requirements / Qualifications:

• Previous hospitality or food service experience is required, 2 years preferred.
• Ability to push/pull/bend/lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and up to 70 lbs, and frequently 15 lbs.
• Must be at least 18 years of age, or minimum age to work in a kitchen environment in accordance with state/local laws.
• Flexible schedule to meet business needs.
• Detail-orientated individual who is able to focus on maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Ability to maintain a composed, approachable and professional attitude.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and written in English.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time and frequent repetitive motions.
• Must have the ability to grasp and hold knives, utensils, and equipment with proper hand positioning; feel temperature and texture of ingredients; and maintain sensitivity to weight, balance, and surface conditions during prep and service.

Responsibilities:

• Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and necessary equipment.
• Prepare ingredients utilizing proper techniques and utensils.
• Ensure proper plate presentation and orders will meet the guest’s expectations.
• Follow and practice food health and safety policies and procedures.
• Keep a sanitized and orderly workstation, environment in the kitchen.
• Check quality of ingredients, restock and replenish station as necessary.

This position is subject to successful completion of a background check as it relates to the responsibilities of the role.

At S&L Hospitality, culture is not just another buzz word we throw around lightly. The culture that has been built at S&L is at the base of everything we do, and we want to find team members that will not only meet our job requirements but also fit the culture of our company. S&L Hospitality has been built on the foundation of family and creating lasting, positive relationship. Our mission is to create a lasting impression doesn't just stop at our guests - we also take care of our team!

Benefits such:

• Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) after 6 months of service - with company match!*
• Flexible scheduling.
• On-the-job training.
• Paid Time Off - begin accruing day one!*
• Holiday Pay when working one of our designated Company Holidays
• Growth and development opportunities with us as a company, potentially at the same property or transferring to another one of our properties. Visit our site for further details on locations.
• Travel discounts available through the various brands of hotel that are currently in our portfolio.

For regular full time team members/leadership team:

• We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as opportunities to enroll in STD, LTD, critical illness, accident and/or life insurance as well as flex spending.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Must be at least 16 years of age for most positions within our properties, however some may require a minimum age of 18 depending on responsibilities, hours, as well as local/state/federal laws. *Seasonal team members may not be eligible to PTO and other benefits due to length of employment.