Job Description

Job Location: Sheraton Miami - Miami, FL 33142
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None
Job Category: Restaurant - Food ServiceWe are looking for line cooks to join the team! As a Line Cook, you will take part in all aspects of the kitchen including service, sanitation, safety, menu knowledge, and station setup. You will play a key role in contributing to customer satisfaction. As the line cook, you will ensure that all dishes are prepared to the highest standards, in accordance with recipes and menu specifications.

Essential Duties:
- Respond to requests from senior kitchen staff, including preparing ingredients and assisting with food preparation.
- Assist in the maintenance of kitchen equipment, including reporting any issues to the appropriate person.
- Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude with all kitchen staff, including servers, dishwashers, and other line cooks.
- Prepare food for service (e.g.: chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces).
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, including washing dishes and cleaning equipment.
- Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant.
- Properly use kitchen equipment and utilities.
- Ability to work on your feet for most of the day and lift 30 pounds at a time.

Specific Requirements of the Role:
- Set up and stock preparation stations and kitchen with necessary supplies.
- Prepare and cook menu items, including main dishes, desserts, and appetizers.
- Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality, and in a timely fashion.
- Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.
- Make sure kitchen operation procedures and hygiene complies with food safety standards and regulation.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor/executive chef.

Qualifications
- Strong understanding of cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen operations.
- Previous cooking experience in a restaurant or hotel food and beverage required.
- Strong understanding of cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen operations.
- Able to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
- Able to work on weekends, holidays, and nights.