Line Cook 1 - Omni Hotels & Resorts

Location

Richmond Hotel

Ideally located in the heart of everything that makes Richmond a unique and special destination, the Omni Richmond Hotel is known for refined Southern hospitality in an elegant and relaxing setting. Nestled within the historic and vibrant Shockoe Slip district, our guests enjoy a location adjacent to timeless architecture, restaurants, nightlife and the scenic James River. The Omni Richmond is at the very center of Richmond's financial and legislative districts, blocks from the Virginia State Capitol.Omni Richmond’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Richmond Hotel may be your perfect match.

Job Description

This position will start at $18 hr. The Line Cook position will prepare and cook all menu items according to Omni specifications and standards and work in conjunction with all line cooks to ensure the safe and clean function of the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Communication with the Chef to learn daily work tasks and complete a daily prep list.
• Performing work assignments to meet proper quantities within a necessary time frame.
• Being knowledgeable of all stations in the kitchen.
• Being knowledgeable of plate presentations and preparations of all menu items.
• Communication and working with the culinary team to coordinate all hot and cold foods.
• Communication of all food items needed for current and future shifts.
• Maintain sanitation standards as communicated by health department.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and shared kitchen spaces.
• Preparing culinary dishes to Omni standard and executing F&B orders in a timely manner.
• Completing any other assignments as assigned by Kitchen Management.
• Be pleasant, smile and greet all guests, using surnames when obtained. Create memorable, WOW experiences for each and every guest.

Qualifications

• Able to work weekends and holidays.
• Servesafe Food Handler certification must be completed before starting work.
• At least 5 years previous experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Strong background in prep, hot line and cold line necessary.
• Highly motivated self starter focused on quality, organization, cleanliness and teamwork.
• The ability to work in a fast paced, high pressure work environment while executing delegated tasks and assignments.
• Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills
• Able to maintain a professional business appearance, attitude, and performance
• Stand or walk for an extended period or for an entire work shift.  Requires frequent bending, reaching overhead and squatting.  Lift, carry, and place objects weighing up to 50 lbs without assistance. Push/pull objects weighing up to 75 lbs without assistance,
• Must live within 50 miles of the hotel location

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.