Line Cook

Stonebridge Companies; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a progressive organization where your culinary skills will shine! This role as a Line Cook offers the chance to work in a dynamic kitchen environment, preparing delicious meals and ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values respect and collaboration, contributing to a culture that prioritizes both guest satisfaction and associate growth. With opportunities for career advancement and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for those passionate about the culinary arts and committed to delivering exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of menu items and cooking procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to quality standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards.

Skills

Cooking Procedures

Food Safety Practices

Time Management

Customer Service

Education

Associate's Degree or Equivalent

Job description

The purpose of a Line Cook is to prepare and cook food that is consistent with the hotel’s standards and quality. A Line Cook operates under a chef in a restaurant or a food establishment. They will be responsible for carrying out the duties assigned by the Chef of the kitchen. This includes assisting with breakfast, lunch, dinner, banquets, and room service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Is knowledgeable of all menu items on scheduled shift (am/pm).
• Prepares all ingredients for the shift before service begins.
• Operates station in an efficient, safe manner.
• Practices serve-safe methods in preparing, cooking, holding and storing of all food items.
• Able to perform repetitive work.
• Knowledgeable of cooking procedures which mainly focuses on pantry items, prepping, sandwiches, salads, and desserts.
• Follow opening and closing procedures.
• Able to work in a high pace and hot environment.
• Keep workspace fully stocked.
• Able to follow written or verbal instructions.
• Proper handling, storage of all food items.
• Prepare food items according to designated recipes and quality standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards at all times.
• Manage guest orders in a friendly, timely and efficient manner.
• Ensure knowledge of menu and all food products.
• Visually inspect all food sent from the kitchen.
• Prepare requisitions for supplies and food items, as needed
• Maintains regular attendance, is consistently on time, and observes work, break and meal periods in compliance with standards.
• Maintains high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include compliance with the dress code.
• Performs any other duties as requested by supervisor.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES, WORK SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies. Other competencies may be required.

Associate demonstrates a high QUALITY of work:

• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Provides the best possible service to clients and customers.
• Meets or exceeds productivity standards.
• Produces adequate volume of work efficiently in a specific time.
• Responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Demonstrates the desire and ability to provide high quality service to both internal and external customers.
• Solicits customer feedback to improve service.
• Asks for and offers help when needed.

Associate demonstrates ACCOUNTABILITY for their job performance

• Takes responsibility for own actions.
• Performs work with little or no supervision; works independently.
• Can be relied upon regarding task completion and follow up.
• Can be relied upon regarding task completion and follow up.
• Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to use cooking metrics and conversion methods for all cooking measurements.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

• Safe Serve/Food Handler’s Card

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment normally entails the following:

• Kitchen environment - varying degrees in temperature

• Exposure to cleaning chemicals throughout the day

• Minimal to moderate noise levels consistent with hotel environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

During the course of performing the physical demands of this position, associates are expected to observe and adhere to safety and security procedures, promoting a safe work environment.

The physical activity normally entails the following attributes.

• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Medium work – Exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 20 lbs of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time or during entire shift.

Our company does not discriminate against its associates or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability or medical condition. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-associate relationships, including recruitment, hiring, advancement, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination. Every reasonable accommodation will be made for disabled associates.

Resumes and applications for employment will be evaluated on the basis of qualifications to meet the requirements of the position and ability to perform the requirements of the position.

About Us

We are interested in attracting and investing in talented, dedicated and highly motivated associates who want to join a progressive organization that believes their associates are their greatest asset.

We believe that what lies at the heart of a great company is a place where associates are respected. We believe that when a culture of respect is paramount, associates will in turn treat our guests to the highest level of respect they can deliver. Our current and future success is based on our ability to predict associates needs, recognize their talent, cultivate and nurture those skills. What inspires our associates to want to come to work every day is the opportunity to lean and partner with inspired leaders who are active listeners that care about them.

Within our company, we believe that we will always focus on improving our culture and improving the working environment at both the corporate office and at our hotels. The desired culture is always evolving.

A history of career advancement within an individual hotel, a sister hotel or advancement to a corporate position has built a strong foundation with our team. In addition, the continual growth of our company provides opportunity where associates will be enriched. When a new opportunity arises, we first look within our talent pool. Our high retention factor at all associate levels support this philosophy.

Our human resource initiatives are designed for personal and professional growth. They include ongoing formal and on the job training, competitive benefits and compensation, reward for performance, recognition and celebrating successes at every level. We believe in having on the job fun! We look for opportunities to engage our associates in the company’s vision, mission and core values. Our associates are our greatest asset.

Joining the Stonebridge team is joining a winning team. You will work with leading hotel professionals and leading hotel brands. We invite you to consider a career with our growing organization.