Lead Cook

Sonesta Hotels; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare and present food items while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. The role involves leading kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and delivering exceptional culinary experiences to guests. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Join us to create amazing moments for our guests!

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacation and Sick Days

Educational Assistance

Sonesta Hotel Discounts

Paid Parental Leave

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Track record of delivering exceptional guest experience.
• Strong communication skills for training and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food items according to standards.
• Monitor food quality and assist in leading the Culinary Department.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

Experience in a similar role

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Line Cook III prepares all food items while giving attention to cleanliness and sanitation, quality standards, taste, timeliness, and cost effectiveness with respect for fellow cooks and the hotel environment.

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW: The Lead Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting food items in accordance with restaurant standards and recipes. This role requires the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of quality, cleanliness, and safety. The Lead Cook reinforces the tone for Sonesta’s Culture of Caring. We expect leaders to focus on creating amazing moments for guests and team members and dig deep to find ways to create success for their team. Job Description

• Test recipes for menus and food displays and provide guidelines for food presentation to Kitchen staff.
• Monitor the quality of all food products in the kitchen to ensure standards are being met.
• Assist in leading the Culinary Department day-to-dayoperations regarding execution and preparation of food items.
• Execute food preparation and production. Assign specific tasks to the kitchen staff.
• Ensure food preparation and production are done in a way that meets sanitation, safety, and quality standards.
• Assumes responsibility for the Kitchen in absence of the Executive Chef
• Prepares all food items for each outlet according to standard recipes and/or as specified on guest check to ensure consistency of product to the guest.
• Ensures daily production chart is properly filled out to standards.
• Keep all refrigeration, storage and working areas in clean, working condition to comply with Health Department regulations.
• Ability to read and perform Use Record Specifications.
• Ensure all equipment in working areas is clean and in proper working condition.
• Reads and employs math skills to appropriately prepare items according to recipes.
• Requires stamina for standing and strength for lifting and moving products.
• Conduct regular inventory of food items and equipment.
• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure proper portioning and presentation of dishes.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, adhering to sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely service.
• Follow all food safety procedures and regulatory compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Track record of delivering exceptional guest or client experience
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time for training and safety purposes, and when interacting with guests and associates.
• Strong communication skills
• Appropriate professional appearance and demeanor
• Have experience working in a similar (or translatable) environment
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to prioritize and multi-task.

• Prior experience in a similar role preferred.
• Knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Benefits Sonestarecognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.