Line Cook

The Oliver Hotel in Oxford, Mississippi is searching for a Line Cook to join our distinguished culinary staff. Experience is not necessary, we will gladly train you. There is ample opportunity to learn and train in professional culinary standards. You will also adhere to health and safety regulations, and help maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen. Please apply if you understand what the term "work" means.

$14 - $16 Hourly

• Consistently providing quality food preparation and service
• Providing speed, accuracy, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen, prep and dish areas, and equipment
• Understanding and proper use of recipes and kitchen equipment
• Flexibility in executing varying events and seasonal menus
• Maintaining Health Department cleanliness and safety standards
• Adhere to established storage and waste control standards for meats, vegetables, fruits, and dairy products to ensure quality food is served
• Cook food orders at stations by following established recipes and presentation standards for grilling, broiling, and sautéing menu items
• Keep all workstations, counters, cooking equipment, and refrigerators clean and sanitary according to health and safety rules
• Set up cooking stations and fill them with all of the essential preparation items for a shift
• Demonstrate a professional and pleasant demeanor when interacting with visitors, vendors, and associates

• 3+ years of cooking experience preferred
• Fine-dining preparation experience preferred
• Clear and polite communication skills with a positive attitude
• Ability to operate necessary kitchen equipment
• Candidates must be hardworking, detail-oriented, and have a strong work ethic
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent GED certification
• Previous experience working in food service is preferred
• Must be able to meet all safety and sanitation requirements of kitchen equipment and food storage
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with customers and coworkers

Oliver Hospitality provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.