Line Cook

BENCHMARK; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

BENCHMARK is seeking a passionate cook to join the culinary team at Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown. The role focuses on producing high-quality food, maintaining kitchen standards, and collaborating with the chef to prepare menus reflecting seasonal availability.

Key responsibilities include assisting in food production, maintaining cleanliness, and minimizing food waste. Ideal candidates should have Food Handler certification, strong organizational skills, and be willing to work various shifts.

Qualifications

• Active Food Handler certification or ability to obtain it.
• Willingness to work a variety of day, night, and weekend shifts.
• Minimum age 21 years.

Responsibilities

• Assist the chef in production and fabrication of food products.
• Maintain adequate production levels with the kitchen staff.
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen.

Skills

Food Handler certification

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to lift at least 50 pounds

Energetic personality

Job description

We are seeking a passionate cook to join the culinary team at Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown. The role focuses on producing high quality food, maintaining kitchen standards, and collaborating with the chef to prepare menus that reflect seasonal availability.

Responsibilities

• Assist the chef in production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining.
• Maintain adequate production levels with the kitchen staff.
• Develop knowledge and skills in various cooking procedures and methods (grill, sauté and fry).
• Use knives and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Recreate recipes accurately and consistently.
• Minimize food waste through cross utilization.
• Create workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Prepare ingredients (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meat).
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.
• Take responsibility for the quality of ingredients.

Requirements

• Active Food Handler certification or the ability to obtain it.
• Willingness to work a variety of day, night and weekend shifts.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Minimum age 21 years.
• Desire to exceed expectations.
• Energetic personality.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.