Grill/ Broiler Cook at The Read House

Avocet Hospitality Group; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Avocet Hospitality Group is looking for an experienced Grill Cook to join the culinary team at The Read House Hotel. This position involves grilling and broiling a variety of dishes in a fast-paced, fine-dining environment. Candidates should have prior cooking experience, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to quality service. The role offers competitive hourly wages starting at $18, benefits including paid time off, medical insurance, and a culture that values passion and creativity.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Affordable Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans

Company Provided & Voluntary Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Traditional 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Employer Match up to 3.5%

Hotel & Restaurant Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

• Previous experience in similar restaurant establishments with emphasis on grilling.
• Effectively understand safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up cooking station ready for service.
• Prepare all food items in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Grill Cook at The Read House Hotel

The Read House is seeking an experienced Grill/ Broiler Cook to join its dynamic culinary team!

Chattanooga’s award-winning historic hotel, The Read House, has been hosting guests and Chattanooga visitors since 1872! Start a new career journey with classic elegance at The Read House Hotel!

What We Have To Offer

Grill Cook at The Read House Hotel

The Read House is seeking an experienced Grill/ Broiler Cook to join its dynamic culinary team!

Chattanooga’s award-winning historic hotel, The Read House, has been hosting guests and Chattanooga visitors since 1872! Start a new career journey with classic elegance at The Read House Hotel!

What We Have To Offer

Location: 107 West MLK Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37402

Salary: $18.00+ per hour, Based Upon Experience

Benefits

• A Culture that Values Passion, Individuality, and Fun!
• Opportunities for Internal Growth and Development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Affordable Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Company Provided & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Traditional 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Employer Match up to 3.5%
• Referral Bonus Program
• Earned Wage Access through PayActiv- access to your earned wages before payday!
• Hotel & Restaurant Discounts at Avocet Hospitality Properties
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Meal Option
• Starbucks Discount
• Garage Parking Discount
  
  

Who We Are Looking For

As a Read House Grill/ Broiler Cook, you will be responsible for accurately and efficiently grilling, broiling, and searing a variety of meats, fish, and vegetables at our fine-dining restaurant, Bridgeman's Chophouse. You will use your technical and creative skills to deliver high-quality products and ensure both quality and presentation.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up cooking station according to restaurant guidelines, ready for service at time required
• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant
• Restock all items as needed throughout the shift
• Clean and maintains stations while practicing exceptional safety, sanitation and organizational skills
• Maintain an understanding and knowledge of proper use and maintenance of all equipment in the station
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers and all storage areas
• Abide by all company and state guidelines regarding food handling safety and sanitation
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine
• Maintain regular and punctual on-site attendance with the ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays when business requires
  
  

Job Requirements

Education/ Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Preferred previous work experience in similar-style restaurant establishments, with emphasis on grilling and broiling required
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
• ServSafe certification preferred
  
  

Skills

• Professional communication skills are required
• Ability to take direction
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work efficiently with strong attention to detail
• Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated, and organized
• Commitment to quality service and food and beverage knowledge and presentation
• Safely operate and utilize culinary production equipment and tools
  
  

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Ability to work well under high-stress conditions with changing variables
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, sometimes more than 8 hours
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a high-demand, fast-paced environment with changing variables
• Ability to apply patience and understanding to all persons and situations
• Ability to perform well under pressure to meet the needs of guests, team members and/ or management
  
  

Work Environment

• This position requires the ability to work in temperatures of varying degrees
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
  
  

Who We Are

The Roaring '20s are alive and prosperous in Chattanooga at the Historic Read House Hotel. We embrace the "Great Gatsby" era of grandeur and opulence and project the right balance of luxury and rebellious spirit in everything we do. At the Read House, service reigns supreme. We empower our team through support, growth and camaraderie which is instrumental in our culture of genuine hospitality and taking care of guests at every turn.

• 2022, 2023 & 2024 Finalist for Chattanooga’s Best of the Best Hospitality Employer!*
  
  

Step back in time at The Read House Hotel! (www.thereadhousehotel.com)

EOE / DFWP

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitality

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