Line Cook-I

Crescent Hotels & Resorts; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality seeks a dedicated kitchen staff member to prepare high-quality food items while ensuring a safe and sanitary environment. This role involves following recipes, managing food inventory, and operating various kitchen equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team. If you are passionate about food preparation and customer satisfaction, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Team player willing to assist coworkers and guests.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to production requirements and quality standards.
• Operate, maintain, and clean kitchen equipment.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Self-starting personality

Professional appearance and manner

Good communication skills with guests

Team player

Finger and hand dexterity

Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

The Aster Los Angeles
1717 Vine St
Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA

JOB OVERVIEW: Prepare food items according to production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per check from servers.
2. Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, ensuring not to over prepare estimated needs.
3. Date all food containers and rotate as per Crescent standards, ensuring perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
4. Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparations, freezer pulls, and line setup. Note out-of-stock items or shortages. Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
5. Return unused food items to designated storage, covering and dating perishables.
6. Assist in planning and implementing actions to control food costs, waste, loss, and usage per Crescent standards.
7. Operate, maintain, and clean kitchen equipment such as deep fryers, broilers, stoves, steamers, food processors, mixers, slicers, ovens, steam tables, tilt kettles, waffle irons, and flat top grills.
8. Comply with attendance policies and be available to work regularly.
9. Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Self-starting personality with an even disposition.
• Maintain a professional appearance and manner.
• Good communication skills with guests.
• Team player willing to assist coworkers.
• Finger and hand dexterity for operating food machinery.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs. regularly.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Customer Satisfaction:

Providing positive interactions with guests and staff, maintaining professionalism, courtesy, and respect at all times.

Work Habits:

Meet and exceed standards for procedures, dress, grooming, punctuality, and attendance. Be adaptable, willing to learn, and capable of solving routine problems.

Safety & Security:

Adhere to security policies, report hazards, and handle safety issues responsibly.

NOTE: This description excludes non-essential functions and may be updated at the company's discretion. Employment is at-will.

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Education

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Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Applicants are notified of their rights under federal employment laws. For more information, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.