Line Cook

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation

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Royal Sonesta Harbor Court- Baltimore, MD Until 9/21/2026 First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

We’re Sonesta International Hotels.
The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast.

An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect.

Together We Thrive—bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting.

Job Description Summary

The Line Cook III prepares all food items while giving attention to cleanliness and sanitation, quality standards, taste, timeliness, and cost effectiveness with respect for fellow cooks and the hotel environment.

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Prepare and cook orders for daily operations.
  • Advise supervisor of low inventory items; assists in receiving items and taking inventory as required.
  • Maintain sanitation and cleanliness standards in the kitchen area that meet or exceed the state and local Health Board inspection and Sonesta’s requirements.
  • Maintain a clean, neat and well-organized work area, including but not limited to reach-ins, walk-ins and counters. Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
  • May assist by performing ware washer or other kitchen duties as needed.
  • Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.  Key departmental contacts include Sales and Marketing, Catering, Banquets, Outlets, Maintenance, and Guest Services.  May occasionally interact directly with guests.
  • May assist with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Basic reading, writing and math skills.  Some food preparation experience or training preferred.

This job requires ability to perform the following:

  • Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Standing up and moving about the kitchen
  • Handling food, objects, products and utensils
  • Bending, stooping, kneeling

Other:

  • Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with the other cooks, wait staff and supervisors.
  • Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when preparing meals from a recipe, when assisting in the scheduling of the kitchen staff, or when monitoring inventory.
  • Mathematical skills, including basic math, percentages, quantities, and variances are used frequently.
  • Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
  • May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Work Area:  Main Kitchen, F&B service areas.

The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.   This position is classified as non-exempt (per the Fair Labor Standards Act) and is subject to overtime in accordance with Federal and State Regulations.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

N/A

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account with Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Days
  • Sonesta Hotel Discounts
  • Educational Assistance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Various Employee Perks and Discounts
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered. 

About this role

Summary

Prepare food, maintain sanitation, and collaborate in hotel kitchen operations.

Job title

Line Cook

Experience level

some food preparation experience or training preferred

Industry

hospitality

Location requirements

Baltimore, MD; remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

teamworkfood safety

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

cookingkitchen cleanlinessfood preparation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Baltimore, MD, USA

On-site City