We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Line Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen in the absence of the Lead Cook, while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. We are looking for a candidate with flexible availability to ensure continuity of coverage for the for both the restaurant and banquet outlets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Close the kitchen ensuring all tasks are completed.
- Adhere to all prepared written recipes for all menu items to maintain consistency and quality.
- Report any out-of-stock items to the Food and Beverage Manager promptly.
- Prepare all breakfast and dinner menus as directed.
- Prepare employee lunch daily
- Review banquet event orders and prepare dishes for banquet functions
- Supervise and assist dishwashers and pantry personnel to ensure efficient workflow.
- Ensure all dining room associates follow proper ordering and pick-up procedures.
- Perform dinner set-up duties according to the Prep List schedule.
- Maintain health and sanitation standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a kitchen supervisory role or similar position.
- Strong knowledge of food preparation and kitchen operations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
- Knowledge of health and sanitation standards.
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude.
Stepstone Hospitality and the Hilton Garden Inn Arlington Courthouse Plaza are an Equal Opportunity Employer - EOE/M/F/D/V
StepStone Hospitality specializes in management for full service hotel and restaurant operations. Our mandate is to create asset value for owners through a customized, hands-on philosophy. This is particularly true for both branded and independent operations including urban boutique hotels, resorts, and destination restaurants and bars. Our associates maintain a balanced focus between revenue enhancement, margin expansion and guest satisfaction.
StepStone Hospitality was formed in response to requests by institutional and private owners to provide third-party management for upscale hotels, resorts and restaurants. StepStone Hospitality’s team provides a unique combination of strong, hands-on operations, world-class strategic asset management, and food and beverage expertise, generating the highest possible investment returns during all phases of the economy. A major element of our overall strategy is always, of course, to surpass both guest and owner expectations.
