Line Cook — Creative Italian Kitchen

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with company match

Complimentary & Discounted Nights

Free parking

Headspace wellbeing

Retail discounts

Job summary

Hypsi, part of the Hotel Daphne hospitality concept in Houston Heights, seeks an experienced Line Cook to join our PM team. You will contribute to a dynamic, Italian-inspired menu featuring an extensive pasta program and curated entrées while upholding health standards and a strong guest service focus.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in hospitality, strong knife skills, and a commitment to food safety. The role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of hospitality or service experience
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong knife skills or willingness to learn
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to read/write/understand the primary language of the workplace
• Team-oriented attitude and strong work ethic

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of foods according to orders or supervisor instructions
• Prep food items for after-hours distribution
• Clean work areas, equipment and utensils
• Store food properly to prevent spoilage
• Transport food supplies and equipment within kitchen
• Inspect food preparation areas for safety and cleanliness
• Monitor cooking temperatures and ensure proper seasoning
• Portion and garnish foods for service
• Coordinate with supervisors to plan menus and events
• Maintain communication with other departments and management

Skills

Food safety

Knife skills

Teamwork

Communication

Stamina

Flexibility

Job description

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"I believe successful people are the ones who take the initiative to learn, unlearn and relearn. It’s important to constantly challenge your knowledge and step out of your comfort zone."

"I believe successful people are the ones who take the initiative to learn, unlearn and relearn. It’s important to constantly challenge your knowledge and step out of your comfort zone."

Peggy Focheux Duval: Director of Learning & Development, France

Hypsi seeks a passionate and experienced Line Cook to join our PM team. You will be part of a team that takes pride in celebrating creativity and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Who We Are:

Hypsi and Bar Daphne, the signature offerings at the new Hotel Daphne, is located in the heart of Houston Heights. We’re building a passionate, hospitality-driven team to bring it to life.

Italian-inspired with a Houston spirit, Hypsi served breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The menu spotlights a robust pasta program and elegant yet approachable entrées. A signature roaming mozzarella cart will serve hand-pulled cheeses with curated add-ons like pickled vegetables, aged vinegars, and cold-pressed olive oil. Bar Daphne is a cocktail bar open nightly that pulls inspiration from the art collection hanging on our walls with creative cocktails with beautiful garnishes, as well as finger food.

We’re Proud to Offer Exceptional Benefits, which Include:

·Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match

·Complimentary & Discounted Nights, Friends & Family Room Rates

·Free parking

·Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace

·Discounts at various retailers –Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more!

The Role:

A Cook will exceed the expectations of all Bunkhouse guests in a multitude of tasks that include, but are not limited to food preparation duties, cooking and seasoning all menu items, ordering kitchen supplies and maintaining Health Department Standards within your work area.

The person in this position must have excellent communication skills, the ability to resolve conflict, and a thorough understanding of Bunkhouse policies.A Cook must develop and maintain the company’s culture, values and reputation in the public eye and with all staff, guests, vendors and partners.

Job Responsibilities:

·Prepare a variety of foods, according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures

·Prep food items for after-hours distribution

·Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware

·Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage

·Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas

·Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices

·Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils

·Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to waiters or patrons

·Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters

·Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage

·Consult with supervisory staff to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such as costs and special event needs

·Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests

·Always ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all business needs are met

·Maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety in the work area

·Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition

·Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the property

·Keep abreast of safety and emergency procedures and OSHA requirements

·Attend relevant meetings

·Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos and verbal instruction

Based upon fluctuating demands of the operation and to exceed customer expectations, it may be necessary to perform a multitude of different functions not specifically related to this position. This person may be expected to perform other tasks and duties as needed or as directed.Furthermore, employee responsibilities andjobdescriptions are subject to review and revision.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

·Two (2) to three (3) years related experience in hospitality or service industry

·Full availability for a flexible schedule, with preferred flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

·Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

·Strong knife skills or willingness to learn

·Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices

·Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds

·Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) of the workplace

·Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals

·Ability to speak effectively before groups of co-workers and staff

·Team-oriented attitude and strong work ethic

We welcome you:

Research shows that individuals tend to apply tojobs only if they meet all the listedjob qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We’d love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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