The posting
Job Description
- Prepare and execute high-quality menu items and daily specials, ensuring exceptional taste, presentation, and consistency.
- Contribute creativity and fresh ideas to the development of new menu items and specials.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team to maintain food quality, service standards, and kitchen efficiency.
- Support the Executive Chef in managing food costs, minimizing waste, and maintaining established budget guidelines.
- Ensure all food items are consistently prepared and served according to hotel standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment, ensuring equipment is properly used, inspected, and maintained.
- Adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local health, safety, sanitation, and labor regulations.
- Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
Responsibilities
Prepare, cook, and present high-quality menu items and daily specials for Portico Restaurant in accordance with established recipes, presentation standards, and food safety guidelines. Work collaboratively with the culinary team to maintain an organized, efficient kitchen while consistently delivering quality food and exceptional guest dining experiences.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Line Cook or in a similar culinary role.
- Strong attention to detail, creativity, and a passion for food preparation and presentation.
- High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training or certification preferred.
- Knowledge of food preparation, cooking and baking techniques, nutrition, and sanitation standards.
- Food safety or safe food handling certification preferred.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to interact effectively with guests, management, and fellow associates.
- Physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive kitchen tasks in a fast-paced environment.
About Us
Shaner Hotel Group
Shaner Hotels is one of the hospitality industry's leading award-winning hotel owner-operators and management companies. Our growing portfolio includes more than 70 full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resort properties, representing over 8,000 guest rooms across 14 states and three countries.
We proudly partner with many of the world's most recognized hospitality brands, as well as distinctive independent hotels, delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence across every property.
Beyond hotel management, Shaner Hotels provides a comprehensive range of hospitality services for investors, hotel owners, and brand partners, including hotel development, design and construction, revenue management, e-commerce, sales and marketing, human resources, accounting, and operational support.
Whether you're joining one of our hotels or our corporate team, you'll become part of an organization committed to innovation, professional growth, and delivering outstanding hospitality. At Shaner Hotels, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers across every area of the hospitality industry.
Shaner Hotels has an exciting opportunity for you at the beautiful Le Méridien Atlanta Perimeter! Located in suburban Atlanta in Dunwoody, Georgia, our Marriott-branded boutique hotel offers a sophisticated hospitality experience in the heart of the Perimeter Center.
Situated just steps from Perimeter Mall, our hotel provides guests with convenient access to premier shopping, dining, and business destinations throughout the Atlanta area. Guests enjoy exceptional amenities, including on-site dining at Portico Global Cuisine, a state-of-the-art fitness center, poolside cabanas, and more than 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space.
Le Méridien Atlanta Perimeter offers an inspiring environment where associates can develop their hospitality skills while delivering memorable experiences for our guests. Whether you're beginning your career or looking for your next opportunity to grow, you'll find a supportive team and endless possibilities with Shaner Hotels.
Start your hospitality career with the award-winning Shaner Hotels team and become part of something exceptional at Le Méridien Atlanta Perimeter!



