Line Cook

POSITION PROFILE

We're looking for an organized Line Cook with a passion for cooking. As a key member of our kitchen staff, our Line Cook will prep, cook, plate, and clean their stations to provide delicious meals for our guests.

ABOUT PALIHOTEL MELROSE

Palihotel Melrose is a boutique hotel offering 33 intimate, fun and comfortable guest rooms, a Lobby Lounge and an inviting outdoor courtyard. Palihotel Melrose is located in the heart of the Melrose Shopping District, a vibrant and dynamic area known as one of Los Angeles most popular and trendsetting destinations for entertainment, dining and shopping. If you re passionate about creating genuine connections, thrive in a dynamic hospitality environment, and find joy in elevating guest experiences, we invite you to join our team at Palihotel Melrose!

THE TASK AT HAND:

• Complete preparation of produce as instructed
  
• Adhere to the cleaning schedule for the kitchen
  
• Maintaining stock rotation when taking in deliveries and using produce
  
• Understand the functional administration of the restaurant, i.e., docket procedures, stations, table numbers, food labeling etc.
  
• Knowledge of the full menus at each meal period and their execution
  
• To work as part of the wider restaurant team
  
• To comply with legal requirements under the H&S act 1974 and food hygiene
  
• Adherence to all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines and training programs
  
• To escalate maintenance issues to the relevant parties
  
• Knowledge of the full menu, and able to give a description of all dishes
  
• All food prepared to specification
  
• Cleaning completed and recorded
  
• Stock items used in the correct order
  
• Ability to describe all dishes on the menu
  
• All work areas set up ready for other members of the team when you leave them
  
• Tasks completed in good time
  
• Food labels and temperature records completed
  

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Must possess a positive attitude
  
• Must be energetic and outgoing
  
• Must be service oriented
  
• Demonstrates a full understanding of their role and carries it out in line with their job description
  
• Works effectively with the rest of the team
  
• Is able to prioritize tasks and demonstrate effective time management and coordinating, controlling and managing different resources
  
• Communicates clearly, professionally and concisely whilst actively listening to others and giving consideration to their needs and opinions.
  
• Tries to take the bigger picture into consideration and is confident as to when and where to seek guidance and clarity from senior members of the team.
  
• Must be able to stand or walk a minimum eight-hour shift.
  
• High school or equivalent education preferred.
  
• 1 to 2 years previous experience as a cook in a hotel.All colleagues must maintain a neat, and well-groomed appearance (specific standards will be provided)
  
• Requires mobility and prolonged standing, walking, bending and lifting up to 50 lbs
  
• High school or equivalent education preferred.
  
• 1 to 2 years previous experience as a cook in a hotel.
  
• All colleagues must maintain a neat, and well-groomed appearance (specific standards will be provided)
  

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• A competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  
• 401(k) retirement plan (future you will love this one!)
  
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and sick pay when you re under the weather.
  
• Career advancement in an organization committed to helping star employees thrive.
  
• There s also an opportunity to expand your career trajectory as we are a fast-growing company with hotels and restaurants in multiple cities.
  
• Professional development that sets you up for success across multiple hospitality career paths.
  
• A collaborative work environment where your creative ideas can come to fruition.
  
• Amazing employee discounts on hotels and dining across our entire portfolio (18 hotels and more to come!)
  
• Hands-on training with a nimble team.
  

Palisociety is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Palisociety does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.