Line Cook

Arlington, VA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Benefits

401(k)

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

room discounts

Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

Job Description

Driftwood Hospitality Management is a renowned company in the hospitality industry, well known for its fully integrated approach to hospitality services that prioritize outstanding client service. The company operates a variety of hotel properties and maintains a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. Driftwood Hospitality Management empowers its employees by fostering a company culture that encourages initiative, proactiveness, and meaningful contributions to the success of each property through clear strategies and objectives. This dedication to excellence and employee growth distinguishes Driftwood Hospitality Management as a top employer in the hospitality sector.

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Job Requirements

Ability to grasp, lift, carry, or move goods weighing up to 100 lbs
manual dexterity to use kitchen equipment including knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slicers
ability to work in extreme temperature ranges
ability to work in confined spaces
frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing, and smiling

Job Qualifications

Hold a current Food Handler Card
3 years cooking experience preferred, broiler cooking preferred
basic knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations, and etiquette
good knowledge of broiler cooking fundamentals
good knowledge of sauté cooking fundamentals
good knowledge of sanitation standards
knowledge of operating kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles
basic math skills to understand recipes, measurements, and portions
basic English language skills for communication and instruction
ability to comprehend and apply written product labeling
ability to operate beverage equipment such as coffee makers

Job Duties

Prepares daily preparation lists for production
reads and employs math skills to follow recipes
prepares all broiled and sautéed food items according to standard recipes and guest specifications to ensure consistency
visually inspects, selects, and uses only high-standard food items
checks and controls proper storage and portion control to maintain quality
keeps refrigeration, equipment, storage, and working areas clean and compliant with health regulations
maintains all logs related to cooling, heating, and temperature
adheres to company policies and safety procedures
knows fire prevention and emergency procedures
utilizes protective equipment
reports unsafe conditions and incidents to management
provides a safe work environment
maintains neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance
performs any related duties requested by management
assists other kitchen personnel when needed

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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