Lead Line Cook — Mediterranean Grill

Proper Hospitality; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Proper Hotel and Residences seeks a skilled Hotel Cook 2 to lead high-quality food production for outlets in a luxury setting. You will set up stations, supervise service, and ensure plating standards while maintaining organization and cleanliness of the kitchen.

With 3+ years in a fast-paced kitchen and formal culinary training, you will contribute to menu development, train staff, and uphold health and safety regulations to deliver exceptional dining experiences for guests.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Cook in a fast-paced environment.
• Certification of Culinary training from a recognized institution.
• Valid food handling certificate.
• Ability to expand/condense recipes to production needs.
• Previous training in guest relations.
• Proficiency in various cooking methods and ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Set up food stations per menu requirements and business levels.
• Maintain knowledge and safe use of kitchen equipment.
• Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of all kitchen areas.
• Know table/seat numbers, sections, hours, and dress code.
• Comply with state sanitation health regulations and hotel requirements.
• Lead and supervise kitchen staff during service hours.
• Assist in menu development and costing to optimize profitability.
• Collaborate with management on waste reduction and cost control.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Culinary training certification

Food handling certification

Job description

Austin Proper Hotel and Residences seeks a skilled Hotel Cook 2 to lead high-quality food production for outlets in a luxury setting. You will set up stations, supervise service, and ensure plating standards while maintaining organization and cleanliness of the kitchen.

With 3+ years in a fast-paced kitchen and formal culinary training, you will contribute to menu development, train staff, and uphold health and safety regulations to deliver exceptional dining experiences for guests.