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Line Cook

The Ven at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C., a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2015 Massachusetts Avenue NW

Washington, DC 20036


231 Room Hotel
Managed By Crescent Hotels & Resorts
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Full-Time

Description

What are my essential job functions and responsibilities?

Your key duties and responsibilities include:

  • Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per check from servers.
  • Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to over-prepare estimated needs.
  • Date all food containers and rotate as per Crescent standards, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
  • Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull, and line set up. Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages. Assist in keeping the buffet stocked.
  • Return all food items not used on the next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
  • Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems, and control food waste, loss, and usage per Crescent standards.
  • Operate, maintain, and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill.
  • Comply with attendance rules and be available to work regularly.
  • Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

What are we looking for?

We believe the success in this role will demonstrate itself through the following attributes and skills:

  • At least one year of cooking experience
  • Food Handler Certification, Food Allergens Certification
  • Excellent kitchen administration knowledge and ability to work as part of a team
  • Strong organization and active listening skills
  • The ability to work on your feet for most of the day and lift 30 pounds at a time
  • Exceptional time management skills.

We are committed to providing you with:

  • Excellent compensation package with a starting salary of $21.45 per hourly rate.
  • A $6.75 meal allowance per shift
  • An exceptional union benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members.
  • Complimentary employee parking at the hotel garage.
  • Discounts with Marriott and our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members.

NOTE:

This description excludes non-essential and marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the fundamental job duties. Furthermore, the specific examples in each section are not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, they represent the typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Other job-related duties may be assigned by the associate’s supervisor.

Furthermore, this is a unionized position. Changes in description is subject to bargain with the union representative.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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The Ven at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C., a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

231 Room Hotel

A lifestyle hotel in Dupont Circle

Surrounded by Embassy Row’s historic mansions, and set in the heart of the iconic Dupont Circle neighborhood, The Ven at Embassy Row, blends the neighborhood’s heritage with stylish and comfortable amenities. Our convenient location in Dupont Circle is perfect for meeting up, making connections, and forging relationships while in Washington, D.C. Here in the city’s diplomatic corridor, our hotel brings diverse travelers together, located steps from Dupont Circle Metro Station and within easy access to the capital, notable landmarks and museums. Connect with the world through the power of food at Fred & Stilla, our onsite restaurant and bar. Our meeting and event spaces serve as the ideal backdrop for your next meeting in Dupont Circle.