Line Cook

OVERVIEW:

If you enjoy keeping up with current food trends, utilizing your natural creativity, and being challenged daily, then joining the team at The Westin Nashville will be the perfect way to step up your culinary game. Being a cook on this team will be no easy feat though. You'll need to have a decent understanding of things like a la carte cooking, presentation, gourmet dining, food safety, and other general kitchen policies and procedures from your previous experience in the kitchen. You should also be able to handle the physical aspect of the job as well. Standing for long periods of time, moving quickly, and lifting up to 50 pounds are all part of the day-to-day activity in the kitchen. If you can handle all of that, you'll have no trouble keeping up in this unique, fast-paced environment.

The Possibilities:

Have you ever had a job where you left better than you started? That’s life at The Westin Nashville where more than half of associates move into second, third, or more roles with us. Where most companies measure performance, we also measure and reward potential. Career Development is not just a buzz word, it’s our way of doing business. And career development doesn’t stop at the door. Millions have found a lifetime of opportunity and growth in the hospitality industry. Who knows, before you know it you are managing your own hotel/restaurant or owning it. Whether you stay with us, or grow beyond us, your leader will be right there with you, cheering you on.

Now, we also know you are more than just the sum of what you do at work. That’s why when it comes to benefits and perks, we think about the whole person, the total you, and offer benefits which are flexible and able to meet your individual needs.

Some reasons people really like working here: 

• Parking: Full-Time associates – FREE
• Associate Meals – FREE
• Our Associates get Travel Discounts on hotels at nearly 8,000 Marriott properties worldwide including rooms and meals
• Discounts on Rental Cars, other popular hotels, and hotel alternatives
• Discounts on tickets to concerts, Theme Parks, and other attractions
• Discounts on Car and Computer Purchases
• But you don’t need to go anywhere to have a great time. We host Associate Recognition events, celebrations, and parties year-round.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. 
• Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. 
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. 
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. 
• Prepare cold foods. 
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. 
• Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. 
• Monitor food quality while preparing food. 
• Set-up and break down workstation. 
• Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles. 
• Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment. 
• Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships.
• Comply with quality assurance standards. 

DEI and ESG:

• We are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. It starts with a culture of acceptance and continues with the hard work of going beyond lip service. It includes outreach and education, and most importantly action. You can feel proud to know you are joining a company which understands the importance of its responsibility and the decisions we make have been and will continue to be the greater environmental and societal impact in mind.

FSLA:  Non - Exempt  

Reports To: Sous Chef