Line Cook

Driftwood Hospitality; Town of Texas, Dallas (WI, TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Cook for their kitchen team. The role involves food preparation, quality control, and maintaining health standards. Ideal candidates will have a Food Handler Card and at least 2 years of cooking experience, particularly with broiler cooking. Join a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment where your culinary skills will shine.

Qualifications

• Preferably have 2 years of cooking experience, especially with broiler cooking.
• Hold a current Food Handler Card.
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily preparation lists for production.
• Monitor proper storage of products and maintain quality.
• Maintain cleanliness of refrigeration and work areas.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Education

Food Handler Card

Job description

Job Title: Cook

Location: Sheraton Dallas Hotel by the Galleria, 4801 LBJ Freeway, Dallas, Texas, United States of America

Req Number: 7560

Date Posted: Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining, setting up, food production, and quality control of all meat, fish, fowl, and other food items prepared on the front-line station.

Essential Job Functions

This description summarizes primary responsibilities and qualifications. The hotel operates 24/7, so shifts may vary.

1. Prepare daily preparation lists for production.
2. Read and follow recipes, utilizing math skills.
3. Prepare broiled and sautéed food items according to standard recipes and guest checks, ensuring product consistency; transportation of heavy food products may be required.
4. Visually inspect, select, and use only high-standard food items for all menu preparations.
5. Monitor proper storage of products, control portions, and maintain quality, especially for specific cuts of meat.
6. Maintain cleanliness of refrigeration, equipment, storage, and work areas to comply with health regulations.
7. Keep logs related to cooling, heating, and temperature control.
8. Follow all company policies, safety, and security procedures.
9. Know department fire prevention and emergency protocols.
10. Report unsafe conditions, accidents, injuries, property damage, or loss to management.
11. Maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance as per standards.
12. Perform any additional duties as assigned by management.
13. Assist other kitchen personnel as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Hold a current Food Handler Card.
• Preferably have 2 years of cooking experience, especially with broiler cooking.
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation, service standards, guest relations, and etiquette.
• Good working knowledge of broiler and sauté cooking fundamentals.
• Understanding of sanitation standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Basic math skills for recipes, measurements, and portioning.
• Basic English language skills for communication.
• Ability to understand and follow product labeling instructions for safety.
• Operate beverage equipment like coffee makers.

Physical Demands

• Lift or move goods weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Manual dexterity to use kitchen tools and equipment.
• Perform duties in extreme temperatures and confined spaces.
• Frequent physical movements including twisting, bending, reaching, standing, walking, and hearing.