Line Cook

Driftwood Hospitality Management is a prominent company within the hospitality industry, known for its dedication to outstanding client service and its fully integrated approach to hospitality management. As a company, Driftwood focuses on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture where associates are empowered to take initiative, be proactive, and contribute meaningfully to the success of their properties. The organization operates with a comprehensive strategy aimed at delivering excellence across all employee roles, from entry-level team members to management, ensuring a seamless and high-quality hospitality experience for guests. Driftwood Hospitality Management prides itself on having a team composed of highly skilled individuals who uphold the company’s mission of superior service and operational excellence.

The role being offered is a critical position within a hotel kitchen environment, specifically responsible for the maintenance, setup, food production, and quality control of meats, fish, poultry, and other food items prepared at the front-line cooking station. This position guarantees that all food items meet the highest standards of quality and consistency, strictly adhering to recipes and company guidelines. The job demands a thorough understanding of food preparation techniques, especially broiler and sauté cooking, and emphasizes the importance of safety, sanitation, and proper equipment use. The kitchen operates 24/7, so flexibility in working hours, shifts, and days is essential.

This position requires the candidate to prepare daily production lists; accurately follow recipes using math skills; prepare all broiled and sautéed food items according to standard recipes as specified by guest orders; and visually inspect and select the highest quality food items for each menu item. In addition, the role includes overseeing the proper storage and portion control of food products, ensuring compliance with health department regulations by maintaining cleanliness and functional condition of refrigeration, equipment, and storage areas; and maintaining logs related to heating, cooling, and temperature. Safety protocols are critical, with responsibilities for following safety and security procedures, using protective equipment, and reporting unsafe conditions or incidents promptly to management. The team member is expected to maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance according to company standards.

Candidates for this role should possess a current Food Handler Card and preferably have three years of cooking experience, specifically in broiler cooking. Knowledge of food and beverage preparation, service standards, guest relations, and etiquette is also important. They must be comfortable operating various kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, and kettles, and have basic math skills needed to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts, and portion sizes. Communication skills in English are necessary for coordinating with team members and following instructions safely. Physical demands include the ability to lift or move goods weighing up to 100 pounds, manual dexterity with kitchen tools, and working in varying temperature conditions and confined spaces.

The position offers competitive benefits including 401(k), disability insurance, employee assistance programs, health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, room discounts, and employee food and beverage discounts. Driftwood Hospitality Management stands as an equal opportunity employer, ensuring fair treatment for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected statuses.

In summary, this front-line station cook position with Driftwood Hospitality Management presents a rewarding opportunity for individuals with a passion for culinary arts and quality food service in a dynamic hotel environment. The role not only demands technical cooking skills but also a strong commitment to safety, cleanliness, teamwork, and excellent guest service standards. Candidates looking to advance their culinary careers within a reputable hospitality company will find this role aligning well with their professional aspirations and dedication to operational excellence.