Line Cook - La Fuga

Kimpton Shorebreak Hotel; Birch Ocean Front (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Travel benefits

Employee discounts

401(k) matching

Job summary

Kimpton Fort Lauderdale Beach, part of HEI Hotels and Resorts, seeks a kitchen team member to prepare food to consistent quality and assist in daily kitchen operations. You will follow recipes, manage mise en place, and maintain clean, safe workstations.

Work at a beachfront property with a focus on guest service, teamwork, and career growth, plus benefits like health coverage, retirement plans, travel perks and discounts.

Qualifications

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Dexterity to operate food machinery.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style for different audiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to quality standards following recipes and portion sizes.
• Start prep items to meet anticipated demand and avoid over-preparing.
• Rotate perishables and maintain proper temperatures.
• Check pars and plan preparation and storage.
• Assist in keeping buffet stocked and clean.
• Assist in controlling food costs and waste per standards.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment safely.
• Attend as required and work regularly.

Skills

Hotel experience

Dexterity

100 lbs lift

Verbal communication

Communication adaptation

Job description

About Us

Discover the hidden gen of Kimpton Fort Lauderdale Beach, nestled just steps from the serene shoreline. Our resort offers guests a unique perspective of the city’s vibrant boating life, along with a comprehensive experience of luxurious accommodations, events, dining and cocktails. We provide a wide range of career opportunities, whether you’re seeking seasonal roles or a long-term career in hospitality. Our team is eager to welcome you into our family, where you’ll join a passionate group that works hard, has fun and supports one another. As part of the HEI family, you’ll benefit from our HEI Loves culture, which celebrates our associates with competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and generous PTO programs. Enjoy access to health and wellness packages, robust retirement plans, travel benefits, product and service discounts, and much more. Join us at Kimpton Fort Lauderdale Beach and become a valued member of our dedicated team today!

You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!

We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Compensation

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No

Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview: Prepare food of consistent quality and assist in kitchen functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per check from servers.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to over prepare estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per HEI Hotels and Resorts standards, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up.
• Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
• Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems, control food waste, loss and usage per HEI Hotels and Resorts standards.
• Operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron and flat top grill.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Finger/hand dexterity in order to operate food machinery with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move goods weighing a maximum of 100 lbs. on a continuous schedule with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

• For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.
• HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future.

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.

Work today, get paid today!