Restaurant Cook II

Loews Hotels & Co; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Meal benefits

Complimentary parking

Staff meals

Discounts to local attractions

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Live! by Loews - Arlington is seeking a dedicated cook to join the high-energy kitchen team in the Arlington Entertainment District. You will set up stations, inspect ingredients, follow recipes, and plate high-quality dishes while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

We value reliability, strong English communication, and flexibility for weekends and holidays. This role offers growth opportunities within a renowned hospitality group and exposure to upscale, high-volume operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary training/certification as Cook from a recognized school.
• Ability to stand, lift up to 50 pounds.
• English reading, writing and speaking required.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and organizes work area with supplies and equipment.
• Receives, inspects, rotates all food products for quality.
• Prepares and stores raw food; follows recipes.
• Adheres to portion control and minimizes waste.
• Plates cold foods according to guidelines; ensures timely service.
• Maintains kitchen sanitation and safety standards.
• Cleans and breaks down work area and stores ingredients after shift.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary training/certification as Cook

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 Café 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 rulesRecycles 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