Line Cook

Le Méridien Houston Downtown; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k Company Match

Life Insurance

Travel Discounts

Transit Benefits

Wellness Program

Education/Professional Development

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Le Méridien Houston Downtown is seeking a Line Cook to prepare menu items to specification while upholding quality and safety standards. You will follow recipe cards, manage prep for line items, and ensure proper rotation of perishables in a fast-paced hotel kitchen.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of related experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. The role includes varied shifts including weekends and holidays, with comprehensive HHM benefits.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items of consistent quality following recipes and production standards.
• Begin prep for items prepared ahead of time and avoid over-preparing.
• Date and rotate perishables; maintain proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift usage and set up line accordingly; note shortages.
• Return unused items to storage with proper dating.
• Assist in controlling food cost and waste per standards.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment and maintain safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Skills

2 years experience

Education

High school diploma

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

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