Hotel Cook: Craft Quality Dishes & Thrive in Hospitality

Raines Company; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Raines Co. in Columbia, SC is seeking a Cook to set up, cook, and maintain quality control in a fast-paced kitchen. The role requires certifications (Food Handler, Alcohol Awareness, CPR/First Aid, ServSafe) and a minimum two years of experience in hotels or restaurants.

We offer comprehensive benefits and a culture that rewards dedication. The successful candidate will contribute to food preparation, plating, and kitchen operations while upholding health department guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in hotels, restaurants or related fields.
• Prior Line Cook, Quick Order Cook, Banquet Cook or similar experience preferred.
• Certifications as required by Federal, State, or Local agencies.
• Minimum High school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Holds and maintains applicable certification requirements for position to include: Food Handler, Alcohol Awareness, CPR and First Aid, ServSafe, and any required certifications.
• Sets up, stocks and organizes work station and levels for production of food items.
• Prepares (thaws, cuts, machines) food items according to menu standards, portions and stores them in properly labeled containers.
• Uses kitchen tools, to include knives, measuring utensils, scales, kitchen shears, slicers, mixers, steamers, grills, ovens, and other tools and equipment.
• Checks stock levels in coolers for sufficient stock, reporting shortages and ordering as needed, using FIFO method.
• Prepares broiled, baked, grilled, steamed, sauteed, blended and fried items using recipes.
• Knows cooking times and temperatures for all items to ensure proper cooking methods and temperatures while ensuring the highest quality.
• Plates food according to standard plating menu with garnishments and food quantities.
• Performs side duties, including cleaning, inventory, and organizing.
• Must work well in stressful high pressure situations maintaining composure and objectivity under pressure.

Skills

Food Handler Certification

Alcohol Awareness

CPR & First Aid

ServSafe Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Raines Co. in Columbia, SC is seeking a Cook to set up, cook, and maintain quality control in a fast-paced kitchen. The role requires certifications (Food Handler, Alcohol Awareness, CPR/First Aid, ServSafe) and a minimum two years of experience in hotels or restaurants.

We offer comprehensive benefits and a culture that rewards dedication. The successful candidate will contribute to food preparation, plating, and kitchen operations while upholding health department guidelines.