Line Cook

Hospitality Ventures Management Group; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Virginia is looking for an energetic Cook to join their dynamic kitchen team. The role involves preparing meals, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring food safety. Ideal candidates should have basic cooking skills and a strong work ethic. Enjoy flexible schedules, paid time off, and various benefits along with opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Flexible full-time and part-time schedules

Up to 40% earned wages paid BEFORE payday

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Full Healthcare Benefits

401k Retirement Plan with a guaranteed 4% match

Hotel and Food and Beverage Discounts

Qualifications

• 1 - 2 years cooking experience preferred.
• Strong work ethic and punctuality required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook designated culinary dishes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and workstations.
• Ensure food safety by properly handling food.

Skills

Basic reading

Basic writing

Basic math skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cooking methods knowledge

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

Who this job will appeal to

A fun energetic team player looking for an opportunity to learn and grow!

What you will be doing

In this role, you will bring designated culinary dishes to life by carefully and safely preparing food according to direction and as ordered by the server. You will help to maintain a safe a welcoming kitchen environment through performing general cleaning and maintenance of food and beverage prep areas. Ensure food safety by dating and rotating food containers, safely storing perishables, and maintaining a sanitary work environment. Check pars for shift use, ensuring that correct amounts are pulled for prep and noting items that need replenishment.

Requirements

Requirements include basic reading, writing and math skills with some kitchen experience preferred. You may be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. This job requires ability to perform the following:regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently standing up and moving about the work area, frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility, frequently bending, stooping and kneeling, frequently working in areas of high temperatures around heavy equipment.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.

1 - 2 years Cooking experience.

Banquet Cook experience helpful but not required.

Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations.

Assist in receiving and storing deliveries in accordance with food safety standards.

Work efficiently in a team and under pressure during peak service times.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.

Basic knowledge of cooking methods and kitchen equipment.

Strong work ethic, punctuality, and attention to detail.

Our Associates Love

• Amazing opportunities for career advancement across HVMG
• Flexible full-time and part-time schedules
• Up to 40% earned wages paid BEFORE payday with PayActive
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Full Healthcare Benefits (including medical, dental, and vision coverage)
• 401k Retirement Plan with a guaranteed 4% match and no vesting
• Hotel and Food and Beverage Discounts and Perks

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.

Source: Hospitality Ventures Management Group