Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $16.00 - $17.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Insurance enrollment
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
401(k)
hotel discounts
Travel Discounts
Professional Development
promotion opportunities
Job Description
First Hospitality, founded in 1985 and headquartered in Chicago, is a progressive hotel development, investment, and management company that has established a reputation for excellence and innovation in the hospitality industry. With a strategic vision centered around creating value through excellence and an openness to innovation, First Hospitality operates a diverse portfolio of hotels and resorts, delivering exceptional experiences to guests worldwide. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive work environment that not only supports but celebrates diversity, ensuring that all employees feel respected and valued. This approach allows First Hospitality to address the multifaceted needs of its global customer base and maintain its competitive edge.
The hotel industry is dynamic and fast-paced, and First Hospitality recognizes the critical role of its staff in providing memorable guest experiences. As part of its commitment to excellence, the company offers outstanding opportunities for professional growth and development, encouraging team members to continually refine their skills and advance within their careers. This is especially evident in roles such as the Line Cook position, where attention to detail, culinary expertise, and teamwork are paramount.
The Line Cook position at First Hospitality is a vital role responsible for delivering high-quality and consistent food preparation and presentation in alignment with the standards set by the Executive and Sous Chefs. Line Cooks work diligently to ensure all food items are prepared safely, efficiently, and with keen attention to quality to meet both guest expectations and operational goals. This role requires an individual who is detail-oriented, adaptable to guest modifications, and capable of maintaining composure in a busy kitchen environment.
Line Cooks at First Hospitality are trained to follow strict food safety protocols, including proper food storage, temperature control, and sanitation practices to maintain the highest levels of hygiene and guest safety. The position demands proficiency with a variety of kitchen equipment such as fryers, broilers, steamers, ovens, and more, ensuring that food items are prepared to perfection. Additionally, the role contributes to managing food costs through waste reduction initiatives.
First Hospitality values teamwork and professionalism highly; therefore, Line Cooks are expected to collaborate seamlessly with their peers and supervisors, consistently upholding the company’s brand standards and work ethic. This role is ideal for an individual passionate about culinary arts who aspires to grow within the hospitality industry, benefiting from the company’s strong emphasis on career advancement and skill enhancement.
In recognition of the importance of employee well-being, First Hospitality offers exceptional benefits right from day one, including insurance enrollment, paid time off, and holiday pay, along with opportunities for 401(k) participation and exclusive discounts on hotel and travel worldwide. These benefits highlight the company’s commitment to supporting its workforce both professionally and personally, making it an attractive employer for talented culinary professionals seeking a long-term career in hotel hospitality.
The hotel industry is dynamic and fast-paced, and First Hospitality recognizes the critical role of its staff in providing memorable guest experiences. As part of its commitment to excellence, the company offers outstanding opportunities for professional growth and development, encouraging team members to continually refine their skills and advance within their careers. This is especially evident in roles such as the Line Cook position, where attention to detail, culinary expertise, and teamwork are paramount.
The Line Cook position at First Hospitality is a vital role responsible for delivering high-quality and consistent food preparation and presentation in alignment with the standards set by the Executive and Sous Chefs. Line Cooks work diligently to ensure all food items are prepared safely, efficiently, and with keen attention to quality to meet both guest expectations and operational goals. This role requires an individual who is detail-oriented, adaptable to guest modifications, and capable of maintaining composure in a busy kitchen environment.
Line Cooks at First Hospitality are trained to follow strict food safety protocols, including proper food storage, temperature control, and sanitation practices to maintain the highest levels of hygiene and guest safety. The position demands proficiency with a variety of kitchen equipment such as fryers, broilers, steamers, ovens, and more, ensuring that food items are prepared to perfection. Additionally, the role contributes to managing food costs through waste reduction initiatives.
First Hospitality values teamwork and professionalism highly; therefore, Line Cooks are expected to collaborate seamlessly with their peers and supervisors, consistently upholding the company’s brand standards and work ethic. This role is ideal for an individual passionate about culinary arts who aspires to grow within the hospitality industry, benefiting from the company’s strong emphasis on career advancement and skill enhancement.
In recognition of the importance of employee well-being, First Hospitality offers exceptional benefits right from day one, including insurance enrollment, paid time off, and holiday pay, along with opportunities for 401(k) participation and exclusive discounts on hotel and travel worldwide. These benefits highlight the company’s commitment to supporting its workforce both professionally and personally, making it an attractive employer for talented culinary professionals seeking a long-term career in hotel hospitality.
Job Requirements
- One or more years of culinary experience
- high school diploma or equivalency education certificate
- good verbal and written communication skills
- ability to speak, read, and write in the primary language used in the workplace
- ability to stand and walk frequently throughout the workday
- ability to reach, bend, stoop, and pivot frequently through workday
- ability to lift, lower, push, pull, and maneuver up to 50 pounds occasionally
Job Qualifications
- One or more years of culinary experience
- high school diploma or equivalency education certificate
- good verbal and written communication skills
- ability to speak, read, and write in the primary language used in the workplace
- ability to stand and walk frequently throughout the workday
- ability to reach, bend, stoop, and pivot frequently through workday
- ability to lift, lower, push, pull, and maneuver up to 50 pounds occasionally
Job Duties
- Prepare food of consistently high quality by following recipes and special instructions while upholding portion and production standards
- follow all food safety standards by date marking, proper product rotation, and proper temperature and time holding
- initiate preparation of food items based on anticipated needs
- properly store all food products during and after use
- assist in food control standards to reduce waste
- operate food preparation equipment such as fryers, broilers, stoves, steamers, food processors, mixers, slicers, ovens, steam tables, tilt kettles, waffle irons, flat-top grills
- clean and maintain all equipment and general working environment
- contribute as a team member by reporting to work as scheduled, learning and refining processes and procedures, and supporting others as they learn
- always maintain professionalism consistent with hotel brand and company expectations
- perform other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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