Lead Line Cook: Precision Prep & Plate Presentation

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Franklintown (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Line Cook to prepare menu items on the hot/cold line, ensuring quality and timely service. You will follow recipes, coordinate with the kitchen team, and maintain organized prep sheets and timelines.

The role requires 2+ years of culinary experience, strong communication, and the ability to work under pressure in a hotel kitchen. A culinary degree is preferred; food safety certification is required or obtained on hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years culinary experience in hotel or restaurant kitchen.
• Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision and collaboratively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and strong organizational skills.
• Basic math skills and understanding of weights and measures.
• Able to follow recipes and use standard portions.
• Food Handlers certification or eligible upon hire.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Culinary degree or formal training strongly preferred.
• Must be able to lift and carry moderate weight.
• Standing/walking for extended periods, with bending and twisting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items efficiently as directed by supervisor and per company specifications.
• Demonstrate good knowledge of culinary fundamentals and techniques.
• Work on outlet hot/cold line executing menu items within timelines.
• Stay organized with prep sheets and station guides and manage their own timeline.
• Safely use all culinary equipment and tools.
• Present plates that meet specifications.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude under stress.
• Attend monthly department meetings and trainings.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.
• Work a restaurant Line.
• Demonstrate knife skills and vegetable cuts.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Mathematical skills

Knife skills

Food safety

Follow recipes

Stress management

Physical stamina

Culinary tools

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Omni Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Line Cook to prepare menu items on the hot/cold line, ensuring quality and timely service. You will follow recipes, coordinate with the kitchen team, and maintain organized prep sheets and timelines.

The role requires 2+ years of culinary experience, strong communication, and the ability to work under pressure in a hotel kitchen. A culinary degree is preferred; food safety certification is required or obtained on hire.