Grill Cook

Grill Cook – The Read House Hotel

The Read House Culinary team is seeking an experienced Grill Cook to work in our fine‑dining establishments and ensure guests enjoy a memorable dining experience.

Location & Compensation

107 West MLK Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37402

Salary: $18‑$20 per hour, based upon experience.

Benefits

• A culture that values passion, individuality, and fun
• Opportunities for internal growth and development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Company provided and voluntary life insurance
• Short and long‑term disability insurance
• Accident and critical illness insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match up to 3.5%
• Referral bonus program
• Earned wage access through PayActiv
• Hotel and restaurant discounts at Avocet Hospitality Properties
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee meal option
• Starbucks discount
• Garage parking discount

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up cooking station according to restaurant guidelines, ready for service at required time
• Prepare all food items in a sanitary and timely manner
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant
• Restock all items as needed throughout the shift
• Clean and maintain stations while practicing exceptional safety, sanitation, and organizational skills
• Maintain an understanding and knowledge of proper use and maintenance of all equipment in the station
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk‑in coolers, and all storage areas
• Abide by all company and state guidelines regarding food handling safety and sanitation
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, or Chef de Cuisine
• Maintain regular and punctual on‑site attendance with the ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays when business requires

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Preferred previous work experience in similar‑style restaurant establishments
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
• ServSafe certification preferred

Skills

• Professional communication skills required
• Ability to take direction
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work efficiently with strong attention to detail
• Must have problem‑solving abilities, be self‑motivated, and organized
• Commitment to quality service and food and beverage knowledge and presentation
• Safely operate and utilize culinary production equipment and tools

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Ability to work well under high‑stress conditions with changing variables
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move up to 30 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, sometimes more than 8 hours
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a high‑demand, fast‑paced environment with changing variables
• Ability to apply patience and understanding to all persons and situations
• Ability to perform well under pressure to meet the needs of guests, team members, and/or management

Work Environment

• This position requires the ability to work in temperatures of varying degrees
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability, Veterans, Leadership & Workforce Development

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome diversity in all forms. EOE/DFWP.

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