Line Cook

Plazahotelelpaso; 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

Educational/Professional Development

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

HHM Hotels in Houston, TX seeks a Line Cook to prepare food items to recipe cards and maintain quality and sustainability standards. You will support line setup, portion control, and proper storage while ensuring safety practices are followed.

The role requires careful attention to temperatures, stock rotation, and cost control. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, 401k, PTO, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items of consistent quality following recipe cards and production standards.
• Begin items prepared ahead of time and ensure proper portioning and dating of food.
• Rotate stock, check pars, and set up line with proper equipment and perishables handling.
• Monitor temperatures and sanitation; follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Assist in controlling food cost and minimizing waste per company standards.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Skills

Teamwork

Stamina

Food safety

Education

High school or equivalent

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