Part Time Prep Cook/Line Cook

Embassy Suites Nashville at Vanderbilt Hilton; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Embassy Suites Nashville at Vanderbilt Hilton is seeking a kitchen team member to assist cooks in preparing all items for our Food and Beverage outlets.

You will help prepare meals according to recipes and portions, chop ingredients, and marinate meats while ensuring safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Culinary skills: knowledge of cooking techniques, flavors, and presentation.
• Experience in a dietary department or similar food service environment.
• Proficient in food handling and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist cooks in preparing meals according to recipes and portion sizes.
• Prepare ingredients for cooking (chop vegetables, marinate meats).
• Follow proper food handling and safety procedures.

Skills

Culinary skills

Dietary department experience

Food safety practices

Multitasking

Knife skills

Teamwork

Job description

Position Purpose:
Assists cooks in the preparation of all items for the Food and Beverage outlets.

Duties:

• Prepare and cook meals according to recipes and portion sizes
• Assist in the preparation of ingredients for cooking, such as chopping vegetables and marinating meats
• Follow proper food handling and safety procedures
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient meal service
• Adhere to dietary restrictions and special requests from customers

Skills

• Culinary skills: Knowledge of cooking techniques, flavor combinations, and food presentation
• Experience in a dietary department or similar food service environment
• Proficient in food handling and safety practices
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong knife skills for food preparation
• Familiarity with the food industry and its standards
• Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred, but not required
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior kitchen staff
• Ability to work well as part of a team