Full- Time Cook

StepStone Hospitality; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Meridien Charlotte and Sheraton Charlotte are seeking a motivated Cook to join our culinary team. The role involves preparing sauces and dishes for breakfast and lunch, opening/closing duties in the absence of the Executive Chef, and maintaining health standards in a fast-paced hotel kitchen.

The position is full-time with flexibility for AM or PM shifts, supporting a high-quality dining experience for guests.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a kitchen role.
• Ability to work independently and stay motivated.
• Demonstrates accuracy with timed tasks and high-speed service.
• Growth mindset and willingness to develop skills.
• Positive attitude and customer service focus.
• Proven working experience in a relevant field.
• Customer service orientation and professionalism.
• Professionalism and speed with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Open kitchen in absence of Executive Chef/Close kitchen in absence of Executive Chef.
• Follow written recipes for all menu items.
• Report out of stock items to the Executive Chef.
• Prepare sauces and dishes for breakfast and lunch menus.
• Set up restaurant and employee cafeteria buffet.
• Prepare soups under the Executive Chef’s direction.
• Supervise and assist dishwashers and pantry personnel.
• Ensure dining room staff adhere to ordering and pickup procedures.
• Perform dinner set-up according to the Prep List.
• Maintain health and sanitation standards.

Skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Growth mindset

Positive attitude

Experience

Customer service

Professionalism

Job description

Description

We are looking for a motivated and dependable Cook to join our culinary team at Le Meridien Charlotte and Sheraton Charlotte!

The ideal candidate is passionate about food preparation, takes pride in delivering quality dishes, and thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment. As a Cook, you will play an important role in maintaining our culinary standards and providing an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Schedule: Full-Time - Flexibility to work either AM or PM shifts

Key Responsibilities

• Open kitchen in absence of Executive Chef/Close kitchen in absence of Executive Chef.
• Adhere to all prepared written recipes for all menu items.
• Report out of stock items to the Executive Chef.
• Prepare all sauces and all dishes for breakfast and lunch menus.
• Help set-up restaurant and employee cafeteria buffet.
• Prepare soups under the Executive Chef’s direction.
• Supervise and assist dishwashers and pantry personnel.
• Assure all dining room associates adhere to the proper ordering and pick-up procedures.
• Perform dinner set-up duties according to the Prep List schedule.
• Maintain health and sanitation standards.

Requirements

Skills to be successful in this role would include:

• Ability to work independently and remain motivated
• Projects and assignments are completed thoroughly, professionally, and with care.
• Adjusts to high-pressure conditions and is open to change.
• Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development.
• Smile
• Proven working experience in relevant field
• Helpful with customer service
• Professionalism along with speed and attention to detail

EOE - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.