Line Cook - Marriott Pyramid

Job Class: Non-Exempt / Reports To: Chef de Cuisine/Sous Chef POSITION SUMMARY: The Line Cook is directly responsible for all kitchen functions including preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness, preparation, plate presentation, and portion and cost control.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: NOTE: Legacy Development & Management may unilaterally may change the requirements of this job description at any time.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
These include, but are not limited to, the following: Ensures that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the hotel's recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards.
Prepares food served using established production procedures and systems.
Determines amount and type of food and supplies required using production systems.
Ensures availability of supplies and food or approved substitutions in adequate time for preparation.
Complies with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards.
Observes proper food preparation and handling techniques.
Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance.
Correctly prepares all food served following standard recipes and special diet orders.
Apportion food for serving.
Perform food prepping duties, such as chopping vegetables, slicing meats, etc.
, as needed.
Keep work area neat and clean at all times; clean and maintain equipment used in food preparation.
Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.
Complete food temperature checks before service.
Performs different deep cleaning tasks daily depending on business and hours worked.
The kitchen should be very clean and organized at the end of each night and in between services.
Store food properly and safely by marking dates and items and rotating stock.
All other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (INCLUDES EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE): The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High School Diploma or GED 1 (one) - 3 (three) years of experience directly related to the essential functions listed above Must possess outstanding customer service, organizational, and interpersonal skills as well as excellent attention to detail and the ability to multi-task Must possess excellent communication skills, verbally interacts with management, servers, team members, and guests Must be able to communicate in English with guests, management, and other employees to their understanding.
Must have knowledge of workplace safety procedures Must be able to work overtime, including weekends, evenings, and special events as needed NEEDED ATTRIBUTES: Demonstrates consistency in values, principles, and work ethic Dependable, self-motivated, punctual, positive, and efficient in handling work assignments Must have an open mind and willingness to learn new processes, concepts, and ways of approaching guests and coworkers.
Able to work with a diverse group of people Strong team player, friendly, patient, self-motivated Professional appearance and manner WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or listen and occasionally required to sit.
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
This position requires frequent manual dexterity in combination with eye/hand coordination such as handling of equipment.
Will have repetitive hand motions and prolonged periods of standing.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee must occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and carry up to 30 pounds The noise level in the work environment is usually medium to high.
Exposure to possible hazards which may include but are not limited to; cuts, slipping, tripping, falls, and burns.
Exposure to heat, cold, and mild chemical exposure.