Skilled Cook - Prep, Kitchen Ops & Sanitation Expert

Spire Hospitality; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Spire Hospitality in Seattle is seeking a line cook to ensure meals are prepared to standard recipes and guest checks. You will maintain sanitation, follow portion controls, and work with kitchen equipment to support a smooth operation.

The role requires basic math for recipes, strong attention to cleanliness, and the ability to stand for long periods in a fast-paced environment. Join our hotel kitchen team to deliver consistent, high-quality dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of the fundamentals of cooking.
• Good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment, i.e. stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, fryers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes.
• Ability to read and write the English language in order to complete requisitions, read recipes and communicate with other employees.
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hands in order to use all kitchen equipment, i.e. knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slicers, etc.
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 200 lbs.
• Ability to stand and work continuously in confined spaces.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and/or as specified on guest check.
• Checks and controls the proper storage of product and portion control size.
• Keeps all refrigeration, storage and working areas in clean and in proper working condition.
• Prepares requisition for supplies and food items for production in the workstation.
• Reads and employs math skills to appropriately prepare items according to recipes.
• Performs any general cleaning tasks using standard hotel cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards.
• Keep floor dry and clean to avoid slip/fall accidents.
• Perform other duties as requested, such as moving supplies and equipment, cleaning up unexpected spills.

Skills

Cooking fundamentals

Sanitation standards

Kitchen equipment operation

Mathematical accuracy

English reading/writing

Dexterity

Stamina/standing

Temperature tolerance

Job description

Spire Hospitality in Seattle is seeking a line cook to ensure meals are prepared to standard recipes and guest checks. You will maintain sanitation, follow portion controls, and work with kitchen equipment to support a smooth operation.

The role requires basic math for recipes, strong attention to cleanliness, and the ability to stand for long periods in a fast-paced environment. Join our hotel kitchen team to deliver consistent, high-quality dining experiences.