Cook
At Westin Hotels, we are committed to empowering the well-being of our guests by providing a refreshing environment, thoughtful amenities, and revitalizing programming to help ensure that they leave feeling better than when they arrived. We recognize that travel can be disruptive to our guests’ well-being, and we’re energized to assist as partners in helping them maintain control and soaring above it all while on the road. Everything we do is designed to help guests be at their best, and they appreciate our supportive attitude, anticipatory service and extensive knowledge on how to best assist them throughout their stay. We are looking for dynamic people who are excited to join the team and ready to jump into any situation to give a helping hand. If you’re someone who has is positive, adaptable and intuitive, and has a genuine interest in the well-being of others around you, we invite you to discover how at Westin, together we can rise.
Job Summary
The Line Cook is responsible for preparing food items, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and assisting with various culinary tasks to ensure a high-quality dining experience for guests.
Key Responsibilities and Requirements:
- Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards.
- Ensure all food items are prepared in a timely manner and meet quality standards.
- Set up and stock workstations with necessary supplies, including ingredients, utensils, and equipment.
- Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines to ensure a clean and safe kitchen environment.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace throughout the shift.
- Monitor and maintain the freshness of food items, promptly rotating stock as necessary.
- Operate kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, and stovetops safely and efficiently.
- Assist in food prep tasks such as chopping, peeling, and marinating as needed.
- Communicate effectively with fellow kitchen staff, servers, and management to ensure smooth service.
- Report any food shortages, equipment issues, or safety hazards to the Kitchen Manager immediately.
- Follow portion control guidelines to minimize waste.
- Assist in cleaning the kitchen before, during and at the end of the shift, including sanitizing surfaces, washing utensils, washing dishes, and properly storing food.
- Store food properly, labeling and dating items, with colleague’s first name, according to food safety standards.
- Adhere to all company policies and food handling regulations.
- Complete or perform any additional tasks assigned by Restaurant or Hotel Management.
Qualifications
Qualifications and Physical Requirements:
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Good communication skills and ability to work well as part of a team.
- Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency in food preparation.
- Knowledge of kitchen safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
- Culinary Training a plus
- Basic knife skills and understanding of kitchen equipment.
- Positive, can-do attitude, with a willingness to take on additional tasks as needed
- Stand for extended periods, walk, use hands and fingers to handle food and kitchen equipment.
- Lift up to 50 lbs, bend, and reach as needed.
- Work in a hot and fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, such as chopping, slicing, and using kitchen tools.
- Work safely around sharp knives, hot surfaces, and kitchen appliances.
- Perform tasks requiring close vision, such as reading recipes and checking food quality.
In accordance with the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and applicable state laws, we may obtain a consumer report (background check) on you in connection with your employment application. This report may include information about your criminal history, employment history, educational background, credit history (if applicable to the position), and other relevant details.
Before any such report is obtained, you will receive a separate written disclosure and authorization form, which you must sign for us to proceed. You will also be provided with a copy of the report and a summary of your rights under the FCRA before any adverse employment decision is made based on that information.
We are committed to complying fully with all federal, state, and local laws governing background checks and the use of consumer reports.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.