Line Cook- Hotel Sorrento

The Line Cook contributes to the overall success of Hotel Sorrento by preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality food in accordance with established recipes, presentation standards, food safety regulations, and hotel operating procedures.

This position is responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen while supporting daily restaurant operations, catering and banquet functions, in-room dining, and takeout services. The Line Cook plays an important role in delivering a memorable dining experience by ensuring consistency, quality, timeliness, and attention to detail.

• Previous kitchen or food preparation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic cooking methods, food preparation, and kitchen sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, preparation instructions, and portion standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Basic understanding of food safety, proper food temperatures, food storage, and cross-contamination prevention.
• Ability to communicate effectively with culinary leadership and coworkers.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities during service.

• A valid Washington State Food Worker Card is required for employees performing food worker duties.
• Employees who do not have a valid Food Worker Card at the time of hire may work for up to 14 days after receiving employer-provided food safety training, as permitted by Washington regulations.
• Employees are responsible for maintaining a valid Food Worker Card and providing documentation upon request.
• Employees must complete all required food safety, sanitation, allergen awareness, and other applicable training assigned by the hotel.

Primarily property-based, with a mix of desk work, floor presence, and meetings across departments. Some evenings or weekends may be needed around key team milestones, events, or employee relations matters. Ability to sit, stand, walk, and lift up to 25 lbs as needed.

Legal Notices:

Equal Employment Opportunity: We are an equal opportunity employer and make hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age (40+), disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal law.

Reasonable Accommodations: We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please contact us during the application process.

Pay Transparency: In accordance with Washington pay transparency law, the base salary for this position is $25.50 per hour. Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

At-Will Employment: Employment with this company is at-will, meaning either the employee or employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, to the extent permitted by law.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of Hotel Sorrento.  Hotel Sorrento may amend a job description at any time with or without notice.