Cook - Intermediate Line - Water's Table

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Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport

Culinary

Hourly/Entry Level Employee

Full-time

22.00 Hourly US Dollar (USD) pay basis

Located on the shores of Lake Washington, Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle’s Southport, a recent AAA Four Diamond and Best of Housekeeping award winner, perfectly combines the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest with modern amenities. Enjoy close proximity access to Sea-Tac International Airport, downtown Seattle and Bellevue, Mount Rainier National Park, Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, and more. Explore the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, then return to your comfortable room in Renton.

Job Overview:

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing authentic hospitality and meaningful experiences to each and every guest. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met—they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry.

An intermediate line cook requires good communication and culinary skills. The ideal candidate will have hotel cooking experience and a culinary degree. An intermediate cook should have professional knowledge of cooking ingredients and procedures. You will play a key role in plating high-quality dishes, ensuring consistency, precision, and adherence to the restaurant’s culinary standards. The role involves working single stations in the kitchen with moderate supervision and training.

This position requires a professional approach, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will have flexible availability including weekends and holidays.

Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet offers great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment, or a supportive work environment, if you're ready for this challenge, we are ready for you.

Job Responsibilities:

• Station setup:
  Prepare mise en place for your station and ensure all ingredients are prepped, organized, and ready for service each day.
• Execute the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes according to the restaurant’s standards and recipes, ensuring quality, consistency, and timeliness.
• Monitor food quality throughout the cooking process, ensuring all dishes meet the established taste, texture, and presentation criteria.
• Collaborate closely with other kitchen staff, including cooks and chefs, to maintain a smooth workflow during service. Assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff as needed.
• Assist with inventory control, ensuring proper stock rotation, minimal waste, and timely replenishment of ingredients.
• Maintain workstation cleanliness, organization, and stock levels throughout service, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Follow all food handling, sanitation, storage, and rotation protocols to uphold high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, ensuring orders are completed accurately and efficiently within required time frames.
• Assist in the development and refinement of menu items, suggesting improvements based on guest feedback and seasonal ingredients.

Wage Information:

The salary range for this position is $22.00 to $28.60 per hour. The starting hourly rate is $22.00. Decisions regarding individual compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.

• Minimum 2 years of previous line experience preferred.
• Culinary degree or related hotel experience preferred.
• Ability to perform all basic and advanced cooking skills.
• Ability to…