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Join Our Team as a Line Cook at Seven & Syn Restaurant and Rooftop Bar!
Are you ready to elevate your culinary career and be part of an exciting, ever-evolving kitchen environment? We're seeking passionate and driven Line Cooks for our Seven & Syn Restaurant and Rooftop Bar, located within the sophisticated dual-branded AC Hotel by Marriott® and Residence Inn in Reston. Our brand new hotel and restaurant conveniently located at the Reston Town Center Metrorail Station, AC Hotel and Residence Inn Reston will open in January 2024 with 267 guestrooms and suites including a Rooftop Bar and full service Restaurant servicing breakfast, full and dinner. The hotel will be equipped with over 10,000 square foot of meeting space, indoor heated pool and state of the art fitness center.
Inspired by Reston's Guiding Principles: Our Seven & Syn Restaurant and Rooftop Bar is founded on the same "guiding principles" that shape the Reston community. We aim to provide a quality of life that encourages our guests and staff to live, work, and play within their own community. Our establishment is designed to foster a stronger sense of community ties, where common grounds and scenic beauty are shared equally by all. This commitment to inclusivity and community building is at the heart of everything we do.
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
- Location, Location, Location: Our restaurant and bar is situated at the heart of Reston, adjacent to the Reston Town Center Metro Station and the vibrant Reston Town Center. Enjoy the convenience of being in a prime location with easy access to transportation, entertainment, and shopping.
- Innovative Culinary Experience: Work with a seasonally chef-created menu that changes with the seasons, offering our guests a fresh and exciting dining experience every time they visit.
- Exciting Kitchen Environment: Be part of a dynamic kitchen team that values creativity, innovation, and excellence in every dish we serve.
Essential Functions
- Complete various assigned production and preparation tasks.
- Ensure that all production equipment is working. Report any problems immediately to supervisor.
- Refer any guest problems or complaints to Executive Chef.
- Prepares and arranges food according to standardized recipes.
- Continually updates knowledge of hotel recipes, food preparation and presentation.
- Store and handle food properly by following HACCP procedures.
- Report and document any observed safety hazards, conditions or unsafe practices and procedures to management immediately.
- Coordinate activities so that service and kitchen runs efficiently.
- Maintain high health standards in the cleaning of work area and equipment.
- Ensure work areas is properly cleaned and sanitized at the beginning, during and at the end of the shift.
- Work closely with Sous Chef to create new menu items for cook to order line.
- Date and label prepared products for rotation.
- Train staff members as directed
- Requisition food products from the storeroom.
- Follow proper check handling/food issuing procedures.
Additional Responsibilities
- Adhere to all work rules, procedures, and policies established by the hotel, including, but not limited to, those contained in the employee handbook.
- The hotel operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Department schedules must accommodate fluctuating business demands and employees may be asked to work shifts other than those they prefer or normally work.
Education and Experience
- Minimum two years previous kitchen experience.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to lift heavy objects.
- Operational knowledge of kitchen equipment.
Benefits and Perks
Donohoe Hospitality Services is pleased to offer employees a comprehensive Benefits Package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance*, leaves of absence, retirement plans, paid time off, and MORE! Through this selection of benefits and perks, we strive to provide employees with options that will enhance their quality of life in and out of work.
*minimum 32 hours/week to qualify
We also offer daily pay access where you can receive your earnings on the same day you work, empowering you to manage your finances easily and confidently.
If you're ready to bring your energy and skills to a team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, we want to hear from you! Apply today and be a key player in creating memorable moments for our guests.
