Line Cook

Spire Hospitality; Covington (KY); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Pet discount program

401K match

Paid time off

Wellness program

Hotel discounts

Disability insurance

Identity protection

Job summary

Spire Hospitality, LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Line Cook for our hotel kitchen in Covington, KY. You will support our culinary team by preparing ingredients and delivering visually appealing dishes with precision.

You will follow recipes, maintain storage and portion controls, assist with dishwashing, and help ensure clean, well-organized workstations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of cooking experience in a hotel (preferred).
• 1+ year of cooking experience in a similar operation (preferred).
• Food Handler Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Equip assigned workstations with essential products and culinary equipment to ensure efficient production and exceptional service.
• Complete all prep work efficiently for soups, sauces, salads, and various ingredients.
• Ensure meticulous product storage and precise portion control for each dish.
• Minimize spoilage and waste through effective product rotation.
• Monitor food, produce, and cooking supply levels to facilitate timely reordering.
• Maintain impeccable cleanliness and ensure functionality of refrigeration, storage, and work areas.
• Assist with dishwashing and other stewarding duties assigned.

Skills

Basic mathematical skills

Education

Culinary or Apprenticeship Program

Job description

Only steps from the banks of the Ohio River, our hotel is within walking distance of popular attractions, including Cincinnati's vibrant entertainment and dining venue, The Banks, as well as Great American Ballpark, home of the Cincinnati Reds and Paycor Stadium, home of the Cincinnati Bengals. The Northern Kentucky Convention Center is just a skybridge walk away.

SPIRE Hospitality is a management company specializing in creating memorable guest experiences and delivering best-in-class service at our hotels and resorts across the country. We ensure you have the support, tools and opportunities you need to get the job done, grow as an individual, and excel in your hospitality career.

We offer a comprehensive full-time benefits package consisting of EARLY PAY OR EARNED WAGE ACCESS get paid before payday, medical, dental, vision, pet discount program, identity theft protection, pre‑paid legal support, flexible spending accounts, matched 401K, life, critical accident or illness, short‑ & long‑term disability, paid time off, wellness programs, wonderful hotel discounts and much more.

As a Line Cook, you will be an essential part of our Food and Beverage Culinary team, delivering exceptional Guest Services by preparing food with meticulous attention to detail at the hotel. You'll support our chefs with precise ingredient preparation, helping create visually appealing, delicious culinary experiences that guests will cherish and remember.

Essential Job Functions

• Equip assigned workstations with essential products and culinary equipment to ensure efficient production and exceptional service.
• Complete all prep work efficiently for soups, sauces, salads, and various ingredients.
• Ensures meticulous product storage and precise portion control for each dish.
• Minimizes spoilage and waste through effective product rotation.
• Monitors food, produce, and cooking supply levels to facilitate timely reordering.
• Maintains impeccable cleanliness and ensures functionality of refrigeration, storage, and work areas.
• Assist with dishwashing and other stewarding duties assigned.

Physical Demands

• Lift, carry, push, or pull heavy loads weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Perform duties in confined spaces, within extreme temperature ranges, and work the entire shift standing and moving about in the kitchen area.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to grasp and use all kitchen equipment.

Qualifications

Education

• Any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Completion of a Culinary or Apprenticeship Program is preferred.

Experience

• A minimum of 1 year of cooking experience in a hotel is preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of cooking experience in a similar role, and the size of the operation required.
• Food Handler Certification preferred.
• Basic mathematical skills are necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts, and portion sizes.

Spire Hospitality, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with disabilities and veterans.

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