Line Cook H2B

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Charlotte Hotel is seeking a Line Cook to join our culinary team in the heart of Charlotte, NC. The role focuses on timely food preparation, quality execution, and collaboration with kitchen staff to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of hotel/restaurant culinary experience, strong knife skills, the ability to work on a hot/cold line, and a commitment to safety and quality. This is an on-site position within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years culinary experience in a hotel or restaurant kitchen.
• Must be able to work without supervision and with others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; organizational skills.
• Basic math skills and understanding of weights and measures.
• Able to follow recipes.
• Food Handler certification or to obtain on hire.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment; strong teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all menu items efficiently as directed by supervisor and in line with company specs.
• Demonstrate culinary fundamentals and techniques.
• Work on outlet hot/cold line; ensure items meet timeline for service.
• Stay organized with prep sheets and station guides; manage own prep timeline.
• Use culinary equipment safely and properly; execute plate presentations as required.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude in stress-filled situations.
• Attend monthly department meetings and trainings; perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary fundamentals

Line cook / station skills

Team coordination

Food safety knowledge

Following recipes

Communication

Time management

Job description

Omni Charlotte Hotel

The Omni Charlotte Hotel welcomes you with refined comfort and the warmth of true North Carolina hospitality. Perfectly situated in the heart of Charlotte's financial district, this AAA Four-Diamond hotel offers both exceptional convenience for business travelers and easy access to the city's top attractions. Connected to 12 city blocks through an enclosed sky bridge, the hotel places you just steps away from the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, Discovery Place, the Charlotte Convention Center, and the vibrant EpiCentre entertainment district.

At the Omni Charlotte Hotel, our associates thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment that fosters growth, mentorship, and pride in delivering exceptional service. We are guided each day by a culture of respect, gratitude, and empowerment. If you're a friendly, motivated individual with a passion for creating memorable guest experiences, the Omni Charlotte Hotel could be the perfect place for you.

Overview

The Line Cook 3 ensures all food is prepared in a timely manner and made according to the menu specifications. Works and communicates effectively with all other kitchen personnel.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently prepare all food items as directed by supervisor and to the company specifications, with limited supervision from management.
• Good knowledge of culinary fundamentals and techniques.
• Ability to work on an outlet hot/cold line executing menu items in the specified timeline for each meal period.
• Ability to stay organized with prep sheets and station guides with an emphasis on managing their own timeline to get ready for service.
• A proper understanding of how to use all culinary equipment properly and safely.
• The ability to do plate presentations that meet our specifications.
• Ability to communicate with other team members.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude in stressful situations.
• Attend required monthly department meetings and company trainings.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.
• Ability to work a restaurant Line.
• Basic knowledge of knife skills and the different vegetable cuts

Qualifications

• Required to have at least 2 years culinary experience in a hotel or restaurant kitchen.
• Must be able to work efficiently without needing immediate supervision from management and work well with others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as organizational skills.
• Must have basic mathematical skills and an understanding of weights and measures.
• Able to follow recipes.
• Must have unexpired Food Handlers - or obtain upon hire.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced high pressure work environment while executing delegated tasks and assignments.
• Culinary degree and/or formal training is strongly preferred.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry moderate weight.
• Must be able to walk/stand for extended periods of time, with frequent bending and twisting.
• Must be able to utilize culinary tools (knives, commercial equipment, etc.) and taste/smell.

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link:

EEOC is the Law Poster.

Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.