Line Cook The Claremont Hotel

Set on the shores of Somes Sound in Southwest Harbor, The Claremont is a cherished Maine retreat where timeless elegance meets relaxed coastal charm. As part of the Acadia Collection, we’re passionate about creating joyful, unforgettable moments for our guests - and that starts with an incredible team. If you’re thoughtful, enthusiastic, and love the idea of working in a beautiful and welcoming environment, we’d love to have you on board!

Job Summary:

Line Cooks prepare delicious meals according to menu. An excellent cook must be able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well-prepared meals. They must be deft in moving around the kitchen and apt in multi-tasking. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is important. Some Areas of Responsibility: Prepare and serve all food items using high quality ingredients and appropriate garnishes.

Use recipes and correct portion sizes to provide a consistent product while controlling costs. Record and monitor food temperatures during storage, preparation, cooking, and serving. Label, date, and properly store all foods. Monitor and record temperatures of all kitchen refrigerators and freezers daily. Control overproduction and waste of all food items. Comply with all state and local rules and regulations for a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen.

Responsible for washing and sanitizing food service equipment. Responsible for general cleaning of cook’s area, freezers, refrigerators, and storage areas. Follow established safety procedures while operating kitchen equipment. Responsible for storage of items received from vendors. Check inventory of needed supplies daily to ensure proper stock levels for the preparation of menu items. Mop and clean kitchen as needed. Removes garbage to dumpster as needed.

Reports equipment and safety issues to the Food Service Director. Work as a team member to maintain a pleasant, effective work environment. Perform other duties as assigned Skills Proven experience as cook Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.) Ability to follow all sanitation procedures Ability to work in a team Very good communication skills Success Factors: Ambassador of Joy: Embody and promote a culture of positivity and enthusiasm, ensuring that both guests and staff feel welcomed, valued, and inspired.

Customer-Centric Focus: Understand and anticipate the needs of both internal and external guests, consistently exceeding expectations. Meticulous Attention to Detail: Deliver work that is precise, thorough, and up to the highest standards of luxury hospitality. Effective Communication: Provide clear, concise, and actionable information to ensure colleagues, guests, and stakeholders are well-informed. Ownership & Accountability: Take full responsibility for tasks, ensuring they are followed through to achieve the desired results.

Foster Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively within teams, motivating others to sustain exceptional levels of performance. Build Strong Relationships: Establish trust and foster cooperation with colleagues, guests, and partners to promote mutual success. Safety and Security Recognizes and reports potential safety hazards in the hotel, such as broken doors or railings, fire hazards, etc. Recognizes and reports potential security problems in the hotel, such as locking doors after hours, etc.

Understands and follows policies and procedures for the hotel’s key control system and ensures others follow them. Additional

Responsibilities:

Any other duties assigned by Supervisor.