LINE COOK

Westin - Crystal City; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Westin Crystal City is seeking a Cook to join our kitchen team in Arlington, VA. You will prepare and cook menu items, perform daily prep, and uphold our high culinary standards in a fast-paced environment.

You should have 1+ year of cooking experience, a passion for learning, and strong attention to detail. Flexibility for shifts including holidays and weekends is required to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of culinary or line cook experience preferred.
• Passion for cooking and learning.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to handle fast‑paced environments.
• Dependable and team‑oriented.
• Detail and timing focused.
• Flexible to work any shifts, including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and specifications.
• Complete daily prep and maintain a clean, organized workstation.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Communicate with the kitchen team during service.
• Assist with inventory, labeling, and storage.
• Support the culinary team as needed.

Skills

Culinary experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Dependable

Passion for cooking

Job description

You love the craft of cooking.You thrive in the rhythm of a busy kitchen, take pride in every plate, and believe great food creates great moments.If you want to grow your skills in a professional culinary environment… keep reading.The RoleAs a Cook, you’ll prepare and cook menu items, maintain station readiness, and support overall kitchen execution. You’ll help uphold quality, consistency, and culinary standards.What You’ll Be DoingPrepare and cook dishes according to recipes and specificationsComplete daily prep and maintain a clean, organized workstationFollow food safety and sanitation proceduresCommunicate with the kitchen team during serviceAssist with inventory, labeling, and storageSupport the culinary team as neededWhy You’ll Love It HereA kitchen that values growth and teamworkA supportive chef teamOpportunities to advanceA brand known for quality and hospitalityReady to bring your skills to the team?Apply today — we’d love to meet you.EOEWhat Makes You You1+ year of culinary or line cook experience preferredPassion for cooking and learningStrong attention to detailAbility to handle fast‑paced environmentsDependable and team‑orientedDetail and timing focusedFlexible to work any shifts, including holidays and weekends