Line Cook

HRI Hospitality; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton San Antonio Hill Country is seeking a Line Cook to join our kitchen team. The role involves preparing meals for hotel restaurant and catering events, ensuring quality and adherence to food safety standards.

You will support inventory, cleanliness, and guest-focused service in a fast-paced environment. The candidate should have at least one year of hospitality or restaurant food service experience, be able to read and communicate professionally, and lift up to 50 lbs as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of hospitality or restaurant food service experience required.
• Able to read, write and communicate effectively with guests and colleagues.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift at least 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare menu items for hotel restaurant and catering events following proper food handling and safety guidelines.
• Assist with kitchen cleanliness and organization; ensure stock and mise en place are ready for service.
• Coordinate with Sales Department for catering reservations and guest requests; monitor food costs and presentation.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

## Line CookApply: Hilton San Antonio Hill Country: Full time: Posted Today: JR105272226 rooms | 12,643 sq. ft. meeting/event space Amenities: complimentary shuttle to and from SeaWorld, multiple on-site dining options, pet friendly rooms, fitness center, outdoor games and activities. Our Hill Country hotel is just five minutes from SeaWorld San Antonio and under 20 minutes from the River Walk and Lackland Air Force Base. Featuring three heated outdoor pools, a whirlpool, cornhole, and giant table games, along with flexible on-site dining options, the property offers a resort-style experience. It provides an engaging environment for hospitality professionals focused on creating exceptional guest experiences and leisure operations.JOB SUMMARYThis position will be responsible for meal preparation and ensuring a consistently great product to serve to our guest. Ensuring all F&B Standards are met to ensure our Guests feel the value and cared for. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS· High School Diploma· A minimum one year of hospitality or restaurant food service experience required· Basic kitchen cleanliness standards and knowledge of basic kitchen equipment· Able to work with little or no supervision· Read, write, and verbally communicate effectively and professionally with other business departments, guests, and vendors· Ability to diplomatically deal with difficult situations and people, while exhibiting a consistent level of professionalism· Standing, bending, lifting, and twisting for extended periods of time. Frequent repetitive motions with arms, wrists, hands, and legs. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. JOB DUTIES· Plan and prepare various food items and meals for hotel restaurant and catering functions, following proper food handling and safety guidelines· Understand food cost and portion control without sacrificing quality.· Assist with quality and presentation issues, cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and the restaurant when necessary.· Accommodate guests’ special requests.· Maintain clean work area, practicing “clean as you go” policy· Assist with inventory, ordering, and receiving of all food and beverage items as directed.· Assist with any reports as required (inventory, food costs, beverage costs, etc)· Maintain sanitation and safety standards with anyone entering the kitchen area.· Coordinate catering reservations and Food preparation with the Sales Department and ensure guest satisfaction. Follow up on menu items and cost any special menu requests.· Assist with training and monitoring kitchen personnel in the performance of their duties as necessary· Support environmental commitments by having the knowledge, skills, and values to be a leader in the global goal of “greening” the hospitality industry· Watch for safety hazards and report them immediately to your Department Supervisor.· Other Kitchen Duties as assigned· Work hours/days vary as dictated by business needs and may include weekends and holidays.