Line Cook

Reports To

Supervises

Shift times:

Weekdays/Weekends, Must Be Flexible In Days And Hours

Job Purpose

Job Responsibilities

• Open up each shift preparing and organizing the station for the day's service.
• Prepare all items for sauces, soups, and buffet entrees to be ready for the assigned time.
• Rearrange the line and steam table to facilitate luncheon cooking and service.
• Ensure that all orders are cooked quickly and according to order, while maintaining the highest quality standards. 
• Learn menus, recipes, preparation, and presentation.
• Ensure that all food is stored in proper containers and at proper storage and holding temperatures.
• Cook only sufficient food in advance to cover expected business volume and to maintain quality.
• Work with the kitchen staff to ensure that all food is prepared on time.
• Prepare food for other kitchen departments as needed.
• Prepare all food for the next shift and the following day as required and directed by the supervisor.
• Maintain the work area Follow all safety and sanitation procedures. 

Job Skills

1. Must be able to “prep” food products, using standardized food preparation techniques.
2. Skillfully use hand tools or machines needed for work. Measure, cut, or otherwise work on materials or objects with great precision.
3. Use arithmetic or shop geometry to figure amounts of material needed, dimensions to be followed and cost of materials.
4. Read recipes of items to be prepared.

Atlanta Marriott NW (managed by Dimension Hospitality) Offers Excellent Benefits & Rewards:

• Health Insurance: (Full-Time associates) Benefits are effective the 1st day of the month following the date you complete your enrollment, not to exceed 60 days of employment. 
• Retirement Savings (401k) 
• Paid vacation:  Eligibility for this time begins after 90 days of service (you will begin accruing on your first day). 
• Flexible Sick Days:  We offer flexible sick time which means you may use the time as personal time.  Eligibility for this time begins after 90 days of service (you will begin accruing on your first day).
• We offer free meals to our associates.  Also, you are eligible for 20% meal discount at Marriott Restaurants.
• Hotel room discount at Marriott International.  In addition, hotel room discount at Dimension Hospitality managed hotels.
• Tuition reimbursement
• Room for growth! 
• And much more! 

Education

• HS Diploma or equivalent

Experience

• A minimum of one year  of proven experience as a line cook in a full-service restaurant or hotel or  similar setting
• Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Ability to follow recipes and menu specifications
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work quickly and efficiently
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends and evenings

Licenses/Certifications

• Food Safety Certification

Salary Description