Lead Cook

Overview

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. The Entry Level Cook is a culinary position that requires basic culinary skills or related cooking experience and good communication skills. This is typically a production position that requires total supervision and training.

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At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. The Entry Level Cook is a culinary position that requires basic culinary skills or related cooking experience and good communication skills. This is typically a production position that requires total supervision and training. Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards.

Hyatt has the best to offer in cook jobs:
Whether it s career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.

• Carry out daily, weekly and monthly kitchen cleaning projects
• Adhere to established timing and plating standards
• Maintain kitchen organization and cleanliness in accordance with NC health regulations
• Alert Culinary Manager and/or Lead Line Cook of any food waste
• Accept, check and put away incoming orders from distributors
• Cook orders in a timely fashion
• Wash dishes and deliver food as needed
• Communicate with FOH F&B staff regarding 86 items, menu changes, etc.
• Assist in the preparation and execution of food for special events
• Notify Culinary Manager, Lead Line Cook and/or F&B Manager of any need for repair of kitchen equipment and maintenance items
• Carry out any reasonably assigned task as requested by the GM, F&B Manager or Culinary Manager

A high school diploma and 2-4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE:

Prior experience required, lifestyle/boutique hotel experience preferred. High school degree preferred.

LANGUAGE

SKILLS:

Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate effectively and professionally with other business departments, guests, and vendors. Ability to diplomatically deal with difficult situations and people, while exhibiting a consistent level of professionalism.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, or telephone. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10-25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Housekeeping duties include frequent bending and other repetitive body movements.

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Please note:

management reserves the right to change, modify, and/or alter any of the duties listed above to meet business demands).

This is a great opportunity to get a start with Hyatt as a cook. For immediate consideration of the cook position, click Apply Now and complete an application for the cook position on the Hyatt Careers Site!