Lounge Cook

Rosen Hotels & Resorts; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

On-site Medical Center

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid vacation and personal days

Tuition reimbursement and scholarships

Job summary

Rosen Inn International is seeking a Lounge Cook to support the Lounge Manager in delivering high-quality, freshly prepared menu items in a fast-paced lounge environment. Prepare burgers, pizzas, wings and other bar-style items while maintaining quality, safety, and presentation standards.

Responsibilities include setting up and breaking down stations, operating grills/ovens/fryers/steamers, and collaborating with Lounge, Restaurant and Kitchen teams to ensure timely guest service.

Qualifications

• 8–12 months of cooking experience required.
• Ability to stand for the entire shift.
• Proficient in FIFO.
• Capable of food handling, including tasting and smelling to ensure quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of lounge and bar-style menu items.
• Set up, stock, and break down assigned kitchen stations.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain inventory levels to support service.
• Prepare items according to order specifications and garnish requirements.
• Manage multiple orders in a high-volume environment.
• Follow state health codes and sanitation procedures.
• Collaborate with Lounge, Restaurant, and Kitchen teams.

Skills

Cooking experience

FIFO

Food handling

Stand for shift

Lift 25 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Handler certification

Responsible Vendor certification

Job description

Rosen Inn International | Culinary | Full Time

Posted 5 days ago

Description

Summary

The Lounge Cook supports the Lounge Manager in delivering high-quality, freshly prepared menu items in a fast-paced lounge environment. This role is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of bar-style foods, including burgers, pizzas, wings, and other specialties, while maintaining exceptional food quality, presentation, cleanliness, and safety standards. The Lounge Cook must effectively manage high-volume production, multitask efficiently, and consistently adhere to all state health and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of lounge and bar-style menu items while maintaining quality, consistency, and presentation standards.
• Set up, stock, and break down assigned kitchen stations, ensuring cleanliness and organization throughout each shift.
• Operate kitchen equipment, including grills, ovens, fryers, and steamers, safely and efficiently.
• Maintain adequate inventory levels of food products and supplies to support uninterrupted service.
• Accurately prepare menu items according to order specifications, recipes, and garnish requirements.
• Effectively manage multiple orders and cooking tasks simultaneously in a high-volume environment.
• Follow all state health codes, food safety standards, and company sanitation procedures at all times.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with Lounge, Restaurant, and Kitchen team members to ensure timely and accurate guest service.
• Comply with the company's drug-free and tobacco/nicotine-free policy.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Experience/Qualifications

• 8-12 months of cooking experience required.
• Ability to stand for the entire shift.
• Proficient in FIFO.
• Capable of food handling, including tasting and smelling to ensure quality.
• Ability to lift to 25 lbs. consistently and 50 lbs. infrequently.
• Must be able to legally work in the USA.

Education and Certification(s)/License(s)

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Food Handler and Responsible Vendor certification, which is provided by Rosen Hotels & Resorts.

Discover Life at Rosen

Your career is here in our diverse and friendly workplace where your individuality and ideas are valued. Our company of more than 3,000 associates thrives on teamwork and ingenuity. It is this team that makes Rosen Hotels & Resorts in Orlando one of Florida's most respected hospitalitycompanies to work for.

Benefits Our Associates Enjoy

• Affordable Health and Dental Insurance
• On-site Medical Center
• Competitive Compensation
• Holiday Pay
• Birthday Pay
• Paid Vacation and Personal Days
• Tuition Reimbursement and Higher Education Scholarships
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Hospitality and Dining Discounts
• Access to our Family Outreach Center
• And much more

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and a drug and nicotine-free workforce.