Restaurant Cook II

Loews Hotels, LLC.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee meals

Discounted tickets to local venues

Parking

Team member hotel rates

Job summary

Loews Hotels, LLC. Arlington Live! by Loews – Arlington is hiring for a Cook role in our bustling hotel kitchen. You will prepare and plate menu items, follow recipes, and maintain high food quality and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

We value teamwork and adherence to sanitation rules while offering opportunities for growth, paid time off, and employee benefits in a premium hospitality setting located in Arlington, TX.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary training/certification as Cook from a recognized school.
• Knowledge of Food Service Sanitation Standards.
• Familiarity with standard kitchen equipment and tools.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Set up and organize work area with all necessary supplies and equipment.
• Receive, inspect, and store food products ensuring freshness and quality.
• Prepare and cook menu items following standardized recipes.
• Adhere to portion control to minimize waste and maintain standards.
• Plate cold foods according to guidelines and monitor service timing.
• Ensure safety and sanitation standards are followed at all times.
• Communicate with supervisor about delays or equipment issues.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and storage areas.
• Support team with closing duties and end-of-shift tasks.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary training/certification

Job description

Live! by Loews - Arlington offers careers at a high-energy hotel in the Arlington Entertainment District, between Globe Life Field and AT&T Stadium. Team members support 300 guestrooms, multiple dining venues, an infinity-edge pool and connected access to Loews Arlington Hotel & Convention Center.

Who We Are

Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.

Growth and belonging start here

you'll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role-from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT-offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

What We Offer

• Competitive health & wellness benefits, 401(k) & company match
• Paid Sick Days, Vacation, Holidays & Paid Bereavement
• Training & Development opportunities, career growth
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance & Pet Bereavement
• Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks & more
• Complimentary Parking
• Complimentary meals in Team Member Cafe while working
• Discounted tickets to local attractions & entertainment venues
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Benefits are subject to eligibility and may vary by position

Job Specific

• Sets up and organizes work area with all necessary supplies and equipment
• Receives, inspects, rotates all food products to ensure fresh, high quality ingredients are used
• Prepares and stores raw food products properly
• Follows standardized recipes in the preparation and cooking of menu items
• Adheres to established portion control guidelines, minimizes waste
• Plates cold foods according to established plating/presentation guidelines
• Monitors finished product to ensure food is served promptly, notifies supervisor of any delays in service
• Ensures that a quality product is prepared and served in a timely manner
• Follows all Governmental Food Sanitation Standards at all times
• Monitors refrigeration and holding temperatures, cleans and sanitizes work surfaces, washes hands frequently
• Uses knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders and all other equipment in a safe manner according to the manufactures recommendations
• Notifies Supervisor of and equipment malfunction or safety hazard immediately
• Provides Steward with timely notification of need for clean dishes, pots, pans etc.
• Returns cooking utensils to pot wash area, informs Steward of any HOT items
• Cleans and breaks down work area, returns all unused ingredients to proper storage at end of shift
• Ensures that all closing side work is complete, cooking equipment is turned off and kitchen is secure at end of shift
• Other duties as assigned

General

• Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times
• Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or areas of concern
• Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow employees
• Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
• Complies with required safety regulations and procedures
• Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
• Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
• Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
• Recycles whenever possible
• Remains current with hotel information and changes
• Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, or its equivalent
• Post Secondary culinary training/certification as "Cook" from a recognized culinary training school +One year experience cooking in an upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or equivalent
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Food Service Sanitation Standards
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend; lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays