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Live! By Loews-Arlington, TX treats guests to an unprecedented upscale experience that blends sports and entertainment with first-class hospitality and superior amenities. Ideally positioned between the new Texas Rangers ballpark and Dallas Cowboys Stadium, the 302-room hotel boasts an infinity-edge pool, a rooftop terrace and floor-to-ceiling windows that offer sweeping views of the Arlington Entertainment District. Job Specific • Sets up and organizes work area with all necessary supplies and equipment • Receives, inspects, rotates all food products to ensure fresh, high quality ingredients are used • Prepares and stores raw food products properly • Follows standardized recipes in the preparation and cooking of menu items • Adheres to established portion control guidelines and minimizes waste • Plates foods according to established plating/presentation guidelines • Monitors finished product to ensure food is served promptly, notifies supervisor of any delays in service • Ensures that a quality product is prepared and served in a timely manner • Follows all Governmental Food Sanitation Standards at all times • Monitors refrigeration and holding temperatures, cleans and sanitizes work surfaces, washes hands frequently • Uses knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders and all other equipment in a safe manner according to the manufactures recommendations • Notifies Supervisor of an equipment malfunction or safety hazards immediately • Provides Stewards with timely notification of needs for clean dishes, pots, pans etc. • Returns utensils to pot wash area, informs Steward of any HOT items • Cleans and breaks down work area, returns all ingredients to proper storage at end of shift • Ensures that all closing side work is complete, cooking equipment is turned off and kitchen is secure at end of shifts • Other duties as assigned General • Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times • Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or areas of concern • Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow team members • Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards • Complies with required safety regulations and procedures • Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions • Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area • Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules • Recycles whenever possible • Remains current with hotel information and changes • Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards Qualifications • High School Diploma, or equivalent • Three + years cooking experience in upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or post secondary culinary training/certification as "Cook" from a recognized culinary training school and two year hands on experience • Thorough knowledge and understanding of Food Service Sanitation Standards • Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use • Ability to stand, stoop, bend; lift and carry up to 50 pounds • Ability to read, write and speak English • Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays Apply Job!