
Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.00 - $24.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Discounted downtown parking
Free Employee Meals
DailyPay
hotel discounts
Restaurant Discounts
Job Description
AHC Hospitality is a renowned hospitality group that encompasses a wide variety of hotels, restaurants, and resorts, delivering exceptional guest experiences that cater to diverse preferences and expectations. Representing well-known properties such as the Amway Grand Plaza, JW Marriott Grand Rapids, AC Hotel by Marriott, and Courtyard by Marriott Downtown, AHC Hospitality is a leader in the hospitality industry. The company prides itself on investing in its employees' growth and success, believing that the success of its associates directly contributes to the company’s overall success. This commitment to professional development makes AHC Hospitality an outstanding choice for individuals seeking a rewarding and dynamic career in the hospitality sector.
This particular role is for a part-time Line Cook, which offers flexibility with morning and evening shifts including weekends, making it suitable for individuals seeking part-time employment. The position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $17 to $24, dependent on experience. Additionally, the role includes attractive benefits such as discounted downtown parking, free employee meals, access to DailyPay, and various hotel and restaurant discounts.
The Line Cook plays a crucial role in the culinary operations at AHC Hospitality. This position involves preparing high-quality food items that satisfy guests and enhance their overall dining experience. Meticulous attention to food preparation, presentation, and maintaining sanitation standards is required to uphold the reputation for excellence that AHC Hospitality maintains across its properties. The Line Cook is responsible for daily food preparation in various kitchen stations, including pantry and fry stations, ensuring that all dishes meet restaurant guidelines and recipe specifications. This role demands proficiency in handling a variety of cooking techniques such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing, with an emphasis on portion control and presentation.
In this role, teamwork and communication skills are essential. The Line Cook collaborates closely with service staff and kitchen supervisors to ensure seamless operation and timely service. Responsibilities extend beyond food preparation to include maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas, which are critical practices for food safety and kitchen efficiency. Additionally, the Line Cook must be adaptable, taking on additional duties as required by management, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach. This role also offers an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals to develop their skills while working alongside a team of dedicated hospitality experts in a stimulating environment that values quality and guest satisfaction.
This particular role is for a part-time Line Cook, which offers flexibility with morning and evening shifts including weekends, making it suitable for individuals seeking part-time employment. The position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $17 to $24, dependent on experience. Additionally, the role includes attractive benefits such as discounted downtown parking, free employee meals, access to DailyPay, and various hotel and restaurant discounts.
The Line Cook plays a crucial role in the culinary operations at AHC Hospitality. This position involves preparing high-quality food items that satisfy guests and enhance their overall dining experience. Meticulous attention to food preparation, presentation, and maintaining sanitation standards is required to uphold the reputation for excellence that AHC Hospitality maintains across its properties. The Line Cook is responsible for daily food preparation in various kitchen stations, including pantry and fry stations, ensuring that all dishes meet restaurant guidelines and recipe specifications. This role demands proficiency in handling a variety of cooking techniques such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing, with an emphasis on portion control and presentation.
In this role, teamwork and communication skills are essential. The Line Cook collaborates closely with service staff and kitchen supervisors to ensure seamless operation and timely service. Responsibilities extend beyond food preparation to include maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas, which are critical practices for food safety and kitchen efficiency. Additionally, the Line Cook must be adaptable, taking on additional duties as required by management, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach. This role also offers an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals to develop their skills while working alongside a team of dedicated hospitality experts in a stimulating environment that values quality and guest satisfaction.
Job Requirements
- Previous kitchen and culinary experience
- ability to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel
- must be able to work nights, weekends and some holidays
- must be able to speak, read and understand basic cooking directions
Job Qualifications
- Previous kitchen and culinary experience
- ability to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel
- professional communication skills
- ability to take direction
- ability to work in a team environment
- ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
- problem solving abilities
- self-motivated and organized
- commitment to quality service and food and beverage knowledge
- basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
- understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures
- previous prep or line cook experience
- must be able to speak, read and understand basic cooking directions
Job Duties
- Set up station according to restaurant guidelines
- prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner
- follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant
- restock all items as needed throughout the shift
- clean and maintain station while practicing exceptional safety, sanitation and organizational skills
- have understanding and knowledge of how to properly use and maintain all equipment in the station
- assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers and all storage areas
- perform additional responsibilities as requested by the General Manager, Operations Manager and Kitchen Supervisor at any time
- check that Daily Prep List is complete and sufficient prep product is available for dinner service at the start of each shift
- use standard recipe cards for preparing all products
- portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
- stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line station to assure a smooth dinner service
- prepare items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating
- prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and other kitchen equipment
- assume 100 percent responsibility for quality and presentation of products served
- communicate with service staff verbally and through use of the 86 board
- use and understand POS ticket system
- understand and comply consistently with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen policies
- maintain a clean and sanitary work area including kitchen equipment
- wash dishes as necessary
- attend employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement
- promptly report equipment and food quality problems to supervisors
- follow proper plate portion, presentation and garnish set for all dishes
- handle, store and rotate all products properly
- understand and comply with Company Policies
- close kitchen properly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations
- assist others in closing the kitchen
- perform other related duties as assigned by supervisors or managers-on-duty
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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