Prep Cook/Line Cook

Embassy Suites Nashville at Vanderbilt Hilton; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Embassy Suites Nashville at Vanderbilt Hilton is seeking a dedicated Cook to assist in food preparation for our hotel outlets. You will follow recipes and portion sizes, help prep ingredients, and contribute to a smooth service during busy shifts.

This role emphasizes food safety, teamwork, and attention to dietary restrictions, with opportunities to learn advanced techniques from senior kitchen staff in a fast-paced, guest‑facing environment.

Qualifications

• Culinary skills with knowledge of cooking techniques and presentation.
• Experience in dietary department or food service environment.
• Proficient in food handling and safety practices.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knife skills.
• Familiarity with food industry standards.
• Previous cook experience preferred but not required.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior staff.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• 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

Food safety

Multitasking

Knife skills

Teamwork

Food industry knowledge

Dietary dept experience

Willingness to learn

Fast-paced environment

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