Line Cook Art Ovation Hotel

Shaner Hotels; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaner Hotels, home to the Art Ovation Hotel in Sarasota, Florida, seeks a skilled line cook to join our culinary team. You will plan and prep menus, ensure consistent quality, and uphold hotel standards across outlets.

Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, following sanitation guidelines, and contributing to budget adherence while delivering exceptional guest experiences in a lively hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a line cook or relevant role.
• Great attention to detail and creativity.
• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary certification and food safety certification preferred.
• In depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation and baking techniques and nutrition. Safe food handling certificate preferred.
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding.
• Physical strength and stamina to spend long hours standing and performing repetitive motions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prep, set up and provide quality service in all areas of food production for menu items and specials in the designated outlets in accordance with standards and plating guide specifications.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

Skills

Line cook experience

Attention to detail

Creativity

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Sanitation knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Culinary certification

Food safety certification

Job description

• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
• Creates and designs new and unique menu items.
• Assists the Executive Chef in the establishment of department budgets and the adherence to budget guidelines.
• Ensure that all food and beverage products are consistently prepared and served according to hotel standards.
• Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the culinary preventative maintenance programs.
• Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety, and labor requirements of the kitchen areas, associates, and guests.

Job Description

• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
• Creates and designs new and unique menu items.
• Assists the Executive Chef in the establishment of department budgets and the adherence to budget guidelines.
• Ensure that all food and beverage products are consistently prepared and served according to hotel standards.
• Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the culinary preventative maintenance programs.
• Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety, and labor requirements of the kitchen areas, associates, and guests.

Responsibilities

Plan, prep, set up and provide quality service in all areas of food production for menu items and specials in the designated outlets in accordance with standards and plating guide specifications. Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a line cook or relevant role.
• Great attention to detail and creativity.
• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary certification and food safety certification preferred.
• In depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation and baking techniques and nutrition. Safe food handling certificate preferred.
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding.
• Physical strength and stamina to spend long hours standing and performing repetitive motions.

About Us

Shaner Hotel Group

Shaner Hotels is one of the hospitality industry's leading award-winning hotel owner-operators and management companies. Our growing portfolio includes more than 70 full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resort properties, representing over 8,000 guest rooms across 14 states and three countries.

We proudly partner with many of the world's most recognized hospitality brands, as well as distinctive independent hotels, delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence across every property.

Beyond hotel management, Shaner Hotels provides a comprehensive range of hospitality services for investors, hotel owners, and brand partners, including hotel development, design and construction, revenue management, e-commerce, sales and marketing, human resources, accounting, and operational support.

Whether you're joining one of our hotels or our corporate team, you'll become part of an organization committed to innovation, professional growth, and delivering outstanding hospitality. At Shaner Hotels, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers across every area of the hospitality industry.

About The Team

Shaner Hotels has an extraordinary opportunity at our 162-room Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection in beautiful Sarasota, Florida. More than just a hotel, Art Ovation is a celebration of creativity, culture, and the vibrant arts community that makes Sarasota truly unique.

Designed as an elevated reinterpretation of the traditional hotel experience, Art Ovation invites guests to connect with the city's thriving arts scene through immersive experiences, on-site art installations, live performances, workshops, and creative programming. Every detail of the hotel is thoughtfully designed to inspire curiosity, encourage interaction, and create unforgettable moments.

Located in the heart of Sarasota, our boutique hotel combines modern luxury with artistic expression, offering distinctive accommodations, exceptional dining and beverage experiences, unique event spaces, and an atmosphere where creativity is always evolving.

If you're passionate about hospitality, innovation, and creating memorable experiences, Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection offers an exceptional opportunity to grow your career with Shaner Hotels. Join a team that celebrates individuality, embraces creativity, and delivers extraordinary service in one of Florida's most inspiring destinations.