Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel & Trade Center is hiring a Line Cook.

Responsibilities: 

• Coordinate all food orders between stations and food servers.
• Assist in directing and correcting the presentation and portioning of food for all banquet functions.
• Adhere to policies and procedures regarding sanitation and sanitary food handling.
• Maintains the work area, including all counter tops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration in a clean and sanitary condition in accordance with state, county, and company health regulations and safety regulations.
• Have thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required, according to hotel standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas
• Prepare and display buffet food items according to the hotel standards.
• Proficiency in the following cooking techniques: charbroiling, poaching, deep-frying, sauté, braising, roasting and par-cooking.
• Recognize quality standards in fresh vegetables, fish, dairy, and meat products.
• Knowledge of herbs and spices and proper use of each.
• Maintain clean and sanitary environment with knowledge of proper food handling, storage, and sanitation.
• Prepare food for Banquets, as required, following specifications on Banquet Event Orders.
• Prepare all foods following hotel standard recipes. Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the Chef or Executive Sous Chef.
• Work banquet food station as scheduled by the Chef or Executive Sous Chef.
• Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.
• Be able to support any position in the Kitchen that is in need of help.
• Perform additional duties as the need arises
• Ability to plan, organize and direct the activities of employees in the kitchen area.
• Ability to develop an effective working relationship with fellow employees and supervisors.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience cooking in a restaurant, hotel, or resort
• Understanding of cooking methods and procedures, and knife handling skills
• Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Ability to read and follow cooking directions
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
• Must be organized and self-motivated
• Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift, and carry heavy materials

Benefits:

We offer our eligible Associates a number of benefits to enhance their health and well-being:

• Group insurance, including medical, dental, vision and company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off including vacation days, sick days and holidays
• Referral Bonus
• Voluntary benefits including accident, life and critical illness

To apply, please send your resume to the email provided below or give them a call to find out more information.