Line Cook

Hyatt Valencia; California; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Hyatt Valencia is seeking a part-time Line Cook to prepare all orders per directives, including à la carte and buffet items, while ensuring quality and efficient service. Responsibilities include station setup, lunch prep, timely execution of orders, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness in line with health regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a HS diploma or equivalent and at least 3 months cooking experience in a full-service restaurant or hotel, with a commitment to food safety and

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 months cooking experience at a full-service restaurant or hotel.

Responsibilities

• Open each morning preparing and organizing the station and cooking all food necessary to start serving.
• Prepare all items for lunch; sauces, soups, buffet entrees, and switch over from breakfast to lunch at the assigned time.
• Rearrange the line and steam table to facilitate luncheon cooking and service.
• Prepare all orders as turned in by waiting staff and ensure orders are cooked quickly and according to order; also ensure that food leaves the kitchen in peak condition.
• Learn menus, recipes, preparation, and presentation.
• Ensure that all food is stored in proper containers and at proper storage and holding temperatures.
• Cook only sufficient food in advance to cover expected business volume and to maintain quality.
• Prepare all food for the next shift and for the following day as required and directed by the Supervisor.
• Maintain the work area, including all counter tops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration in a clean and sanitary condition in accordance with state, county, and company health regulations and work safety regulations
• Other duties as assigned by the leader.

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Line Cook will prepare all orders in accordance with business demands and supervisor guidelines, ensuring efficiency and the highest quality. This includes producing à la carte orders as well as prepping for buffets, banquets, salad bars, and hors d'oeuvres.

Responsibilities

• Open each morning preparing and organizing the station and cooking all food necessary to start serving.
• Prepare all items for lunch; sauces, soups, buffet entrees, and switch over from breakfast to lunch at the assigned time.
• Rearrange the line and steam table to facilitate luncheon cooking and service.
• Prepare all orders as turned in by waiting staff and ensure all orders are cooked quickly and according to order; also ensure that food leaves the kitchen in peak condition.
• Learn menus, recipes, preparation, and presentation.
• Ensure that all food is stored in proper containers and at proper storage and holding temperatures.
• Cook only sufficient food in advance to cover expected business volume and to maintain quality.
• Prepare all food needed by other kitchen departments which is best prepared by this department.
• Prepare all food for the next shift and for the following day as required and directed by the Supervisor.
• Maintain the work area, including all counter tops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration in a clean and sanitary condition in accordance with state, county, and company health regulations and work safety regulations
• Other duties as assigned by the leader

Education and Experience

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 months cooking experience at a full-service restaurant or hotel.

CA Pay Range: $18.00 per hour

Position Requirements

Successful completion of a background check is required prior to employment.

Location Hyatt Valencia 210

Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time

Shift -not applicable-

HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older) disability, genetic information, family or parental status, military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.