Line Cook

Full-Time

Description

WAGE: $27.00 - $28.50 (Based on Experience)

Line Cook position is responsible for preparing food efficiently and consistently; assist in maintenance of kitchen. Is also responsible in overseeing the preparation of restaurant food to ensure timely delivery, food quality, consistency and presentation. Open availability needed for am and/or pm shifts Monday-Sunday.

JOB DUTIES

• Complete opening duties as assigned, including the following:
• Set up physical aspect of stations: grill, pantry, banquet, etc.
• Make preparation list of necessary food items.
• Requisition all listed food items and transport from walk-in, etc. to assigned station.
• Check quality and quantity of all stock and supplies.
• Ensure a sufficient supply of all chinaware for service.
• Ensure cleanliness and condition of assigned station.
• Assist in Banquet preparation and plate up.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned station and service areas.
• Turning off equipment after service is complete or as needed.
• Complete closing duties assigned, including the following:
  • Properly cover, label and change out all pans.
  • Store food items in their proper place.
  • Wipe down and clean station as assigned.

• Food preparation:
  • Organize prep for all stations according to the line to ensure that all food is completed on time
  • Food is to be prepared in a manner consistent with use records
  • Guest requests must be met
  • Ensure that food quality is high and consistent
  • Daily check on prep and par levels of all items for all stations
  • Prep meats, fishes, marinades, sauces and soups at times as directed by your Manager/Supervisor.
  • Prepare food for the concierge lounge when directed to do so
• Food Safety
  • Sanitation buckets used at all times
  • Towels, knives and utensils kept in sanitizer solution
  • Temperatures of all potentially dangerous foods to be kept above 135 or below 41
  • Cleanliness of all areas of the banquet kitchen to be improved and maintained
  • All food covered, labeled and dated at all times
  • Remove soiled wares from station as assigned and transport to dishwashing area.

• Follow manager’s instruction as requested.
• Follow maintenance program and cleaning schedule.
• Alert management as to any deficiencies of food items.
• Notify management of any pertinent information related to shift activities.
• Alert management as to any maintenance needs or safety hazards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. High School Diploma/GED or equivalent is required
2. Washington Food Permit
3. Must have 3 years’ line cook experience in a fast-paced restaurant/kitchen environment, Hotel restaurant experience a plus

BENEFITS:

• 401K Retirement Benefits with 4% match and immediate 100% vesting (Transamerica)
• Commuter – 40% subsidized
• $10 meal credit / per day worked
• Financial Coaching
• Weight Management/Healthy Eating Programs
• Nursing Mothers Programs
• Mental Health Support Tools
• Career Development
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance
• Sick Pay (Seattle PSST)
• Room Discounts with any Marriott Brand Hotel (31 different brands globally)
• Additional Room Discounts for select hotels within portfolio
• Other Travel Discount Programs
• Two pairs of slip resistant shoes a year

Astra Seattle is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please call (206) 693-6040 or email Deanne Shawley at deanne.shawley@astrahotelseattle.com to let us know the nature of your request.