Grille Line Cook - High-Volume Kitchen, Great Benefits

Bear Creek Mountain Resort; Macungie (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Group Term Life Insurance

401(k) with Company contribution

Paid time off

Continuing education

Employee discounts

Job summary

Bear Creek Mountain Resort is seeking a Grille Line Cook to support our Grille back-of-house team and uphold high dining standards. You will execute established menu items, maintain sanitation, and collaborate with Head Cook/Sous Chef to ensure quality and timely service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and guest satisfaction, with opportunities for development within a guest-first mountain resort environment in Lehigh Valley, PA.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 2-3 years experience in high volume, professional restaurant preferred.
• Reliable transportation.
• Excellent kitchen administration knowledge and ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong organization and active listening skills.
• The ability to work on your feet for most of the day and lift 30 pounds at a time.
• Availability during peak operating times, i.e.: weekends, holidays and special events.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and strictly abide by State sanitation/Health regulations and Hotel requirements.
• Meet with Head Cook/Sous Chef to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes and other information pertinent to the job performance.
• Complete opening duties: Set up workstation with required tools, equipment and supplies.
• Inspect the cleanliness and working condition of all tools, equipment and supplies.
• Check production schedule and pars; establish priority items for the day.
• Inform the Head Cook of any supplies that need to be requisitioned for the day's tasks.
• Transport supplies from the Storeroom and stock in designated areas.
• Start prep work on items needed for the menu of the day.
• Organize prep items from different areas to ensure items are ready for service.
• Inform the Sous Chef of shortages before the item runs out.
• Inform F&B service staff of 86'd items and available specials.
• Communicate any assistance needed during busy periods to the Sous Chef.
• Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by Health Dept. and Hotel requirements.
• Closing Duties: Return all food items to storage, wrap/label/date items, organize storage areas, clean prep areas, return utensils, turn off unused equipment.
• Acknowledge guests and respond promptly to needs; escalate unresolved incidents to Manager/Supervisor.
• Familiarity with hotel services/features and local attractions to answer guest inquiries accurately.
• Contribute to team success by completing tasks and assisting with projects.
• Maintain knowledge of departmental policies and service standards.
• Work as a team to ensure the best guest experience.
• Understand and apply emergency procedures when necessary.
• Report incidents or injuries to Manager/Supervisor.
• Attend department meetings and training sessions; other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor.
• Support Bear Creek's Mission, Vision, and Values; comply with policies.

Skills

Kitchen administration

Team player

Time management

English proficiency

Active listening

Job description

Bear Creek Mountain Resort is seeking a Grille Line Cook to support our Grille back-of-house team and uphold high dining standards. You will execute established menu items, maintain sanitation, and collaborate with Head Cook/Sous Chef to ensure quality and timely service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and guest satisfaction, with opportunities for development within a guest-first mountain resort environment in Lehigh Valley, PA.