Line Cook

Atrium Hospitality; Lexington (KY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading hospitality company as a Line Cook, where your passion for cooking can flourish. In this full-time role, you'll have the opportunity to develop your culinary skills, work with a talented kitchen team, and contribute to creating delicious menu items. Embrace a culture of teamwork and innovation while enjoying career growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits. If you're ready to take your cooking skills to the next level and be part of a vibrant kitchen environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Career Growth & Learning

Daily Pay option

401k plans with company match

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Paid Time Off/Vacation Holiday

Exclusive Atrium Traveler discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment is essential.
• Must be creative, motivated, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef in food production and preparation.
• Maintain kitchen sanitation and proper food storage.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

Active Food Handler’s Certification

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Knives

Job description

Hotel:

Lexington Embassy Suites
1801 Newtown Pike
Lexington, KY 40511

Line Cook
Full time

Atrium SPIRIT – where teamwork, passion and appreciation ignite service excellence

Availability: Full Time, 2nd Shift

Starting at: $16.25/hr

We are looking for someone passionate about cooking to join our team. You must be creative, motivated, and passionate about growing your talents in the kitchen!

Successful candidates for this role will have previous experience working in a professional kitchen environment, with a strong desire to learn, to develop skills and work with the culinary leadership team to create menus which reflect seasonal availability and concept of the restaurant.

The Line Cook assists the Chef in production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining. The Line Cook will maintain a passive leadership role in maintaining adequate production level from the Kitchen staff.

If you have a passion for cooking and are looking to join a team where you can develop your skills and grow a career, then we want you!

Your Role:

• To develop your knowledge and skills in various cooking procedures and methods
• Have the opportunity to grow skills in using knives and various kitchen equipment
• Recreate menu items for restaurant and banquets
• Develop consistency in cooking and presentation
• Minimize food waste through cross utilization
• Setup workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat)
• Use standard practices in kitchen sanitization
• Store all food and other items properly
• You will be responsible for the quality of ingredients

Qualifications:

• Active Food handler’s certification or the ability to get it
• Must be willing to work a variety of day/night and weekend shifts
• Requires strong organizational skills
• Must be able to work independently
• Able to be on your feet for long periods of time
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Have a desire to exceed expectations
• An energetic personality

What’s In It For You?

At Atrium Hospitality, we believe in the power of Service, Perseverance, Inclusion, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork to create an environment where everyone thrives. We go above and beyond to deliver exceptional guest experiences, overcome challenges together, and embrace new ideas to improve.

• Career Growth & Learning – 40% of our management hires are internal promotions!
• Get Paid When You Need It – Daily Pay option available.
• Invest in Your Future – 401k plans with company match.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid Time Off/Vacation Holiday - Enjoy exclusive Atrium Traveler discounts to explore new destinations.

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Atrium Hospitality is now one of the largest hotel management companies in the United States and we're still growing. As a result of our growth, we are always looking for great talent to join our organization.

Atrium is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.