Hotel Line Cook - Elysee New York

ABOUT ELYSÉE NEW YORK 

Elysée New York is entering a new chapter as an intimate luxury boutique hotel in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. The hotel blends the elegance of a historic New York residence with the warmth and cultural spirit of a European luxury hotel, delivering a guest experience built on genuine hospitality, considered detail, and quiet discretion. Elysée New York by Wunderkind Hotels is managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts, one of North America's leading hospitality management companies. 

ABOUT SALON SANSSOUCI 

At the heart of Elysée New York is Salon Sanssouci, the hotel's intimate, residential-style lounge, inspired by the elegance and relaxed hospitality of Sanssouci Palace in Potsdam, Germany. More than a hotel lounge, Salon Sanssouci is the social and cultural living room of the hotel, which has been a New York City icon for 100 years. Salon Sanssouci is a place where guests begin their morning, gather throughout the day, and settle into evening conversation. True to its French meaning “without worries,” Salon Sanssouci carries the details, so guests never have to. The experience is refined but never formal, handled with warmth and discretion. 

POSITION OVERVIEW 

Elysée New York is seeking a skilled, detail-driven Line Cook to prepare and present high-quality food across Salon Sanssouci and the hotel's food and beverage operations. Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, this individual executes approved recipes with consistency and precision, upholding Leading Quality Assurance standards in every dish that leaves the kitchen. The Line Cook works collaboratively with the Executive Sous Chef, Line Cooks, Stewarding, and Food & Beverage teams to support daily culinary operations and maintain a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment, contributing to an exceptional guest dining experience.  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

CULINARY PREPARATION AND QUALITY 

• Prepare and present menu items accurately and consistently, following approved recipes, production sheets, and banquet event orders. 

• Inspect and accept all daily incoming food deliveries 

• Prepare multiple menu items simultaneously while maintaining quality, consistency, and timing across the line. 

• Apply strong food preparation techniques and cooking methods, operating kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. 

• Maintain proper food storage, labeling, dating, and inventory rotation procedures (FIFO) throughout the shift. 

FOOD SAFETY AND SANITATION 

• Follow food safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles, and comply with all health department regulations. 

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area throughout service. 

COLLABORATION AND KITCHEN OPERATIONS 

• Communicate effectively with the Executive Sous Chef, Line Cooks, Stewarding, and Food & Beverage teams to ensure smooth, timely service. 

• Work both independently and collaboratively as part of the culinary team, supporting colleagues during high-volume periods. 

• Maintain strong organizational and time-management habits to keep the line running efficiently during service. 

QUALITY ASSURANCE 

• Uphold Leading Quality Assurance and Elysée New York culinary standards in every dish prepared. 

• Maintain consistency and attention to detail across every plate, recognizing that each dish contributes to the guest's overall impression of Elysée New York. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS 

• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and kitchen equipment. 

• Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, HACCP principles, and health department regulations. 

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced commercial kitchen. 

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency. 

• Ability to communicate effectively with culinary and Food & Beverage team members, and to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. 

• Previous culinary experience within a hotel, restaurant, or comparable food and beverage environment. 

• Ability to obtain and maintain all required food handler certifications. 

• Experience within the New York City luxury hospitality market. 

• Previous experience with a luxury boutique or independent luxury property. 

• Multilingual capabilities are a plus, though not required.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift. 

• Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, and lift. 

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, and heavier items with assistance. 

• Work in commercial kitchens with exposure to heat, steam, refrigeration, sharp equipment, and cleaning chemicals. 

• Perform repetitive motions involving chopping, mixing, lifting, and food preparation, safely operating commercial kitchen equipment throughout the shift. 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS 

• Competitive salary, benefits package, 401(k) eligibility, professional development opportunities, and hotel travel benefits available through eligible programs. 

WHY JOIN ELYSÉE NEW YORK

Joining Elysée New York is an opportunity to help shape the re-emergence of a legendary New York hotel and to build a new standard of intimate, personalized luxury hospitality. The Line Cook shapes a guest's experience of Elysée New York, one plate at a time, work that is considered, exacting, and built to last, on a platform toward future hotel leadership growth opportunities. We invite candidates who believe that luxury is defined not by formality alone, but by generosity, discretion, and the ability to make every guest feel genuinely seen, to join us and help build a place where every guest, and every team member, belongs. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT 

Elysée New York, managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the applicable Know Your Rights notice from the United States Department of Labor.  

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 description is subject to change, in the sole discretion of the Company, and in no way creates an employment contract, implied or otherwise; each associate remains, at all times, an “at will” associate.