Line Cook

Plazahotelelpaso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

HHM Hotels is seeking a Line Cook to prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and established guest service and sustainability standards.

Your focus includes following recipes, managing prep, dating and rotating stock, checking pars, controlling waste, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety standards; requires a high school diploma and 2 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items in accordance with recipes and production standards.
• Begin prep for items prepared ahead of time and avoid over-preparation.
• Date and rotate items; keep perishables properly stored.
• Check pars for shift use; determine prep, freezer pull and line setup.
• Return unused items to storage with proper dating.
• Assist in correcting food cost, waste and usage per standards.
• Operate, maintain and clean kitchen tools and equipment.
• Follow safety standards: MSDS and OSHA; wear protective gear.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 years of related experience

Job description

Opportunity: Line Cook

Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and established guest service and sustainability standards.

Your Growth Path

Lead Cook – Sous Chef – Assistant to the Head Chef

Your Focus

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards.
• Begin food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to over-prepare estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate per company standards, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set-up. Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
• Return all food items not used on the next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover and date all perishables.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems, and control food waste, loss and usage per company standards.
• Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen tools and equipment.
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Your Background and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of related experience.

HHM Benefits and Perks

• Competitive wages for full time and part time opportunities
• Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Company Match
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Travel Discounts
• Commuter Transit and Commuter Parking Benefits
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Program
• Educational/Professional Development
• Referral Bonus Program

Work Environment and Context

• Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays and weekends.
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It

Source: HHM Hotels