Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of our Culinary team at the Grand Hyatt Washington hotel located in downtown Washington, D.C. Not only will you be part of a great team, you will also be part of a company that is one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, for several years running!
This entry-level Cook position will be based primarily in our pastry area and requires good communication and basic culinary skills. The desired candidate will have some professional cooking experience, knowledge of cooking ingredients, and procedures. We are looking for someone to work primarily between 4:00am and 1:00pm with the flexibility to work any day of the week including weekends and holidays.
Responsibilities include:
- Prepare all food and baked items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner
- Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set
- Ensure all ingredients are in stock and communicate ordering needs
- Understand and complete requisition sheets
- Demonstrate a high level of cleanliness in workstation and appearance
- Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers/freezers, and storage areas
- Watch for and identify spoilage in product
- Keep accurate temperature records
- Operate a variety of kitchen equipment
- Perform other duties as assigned
The hourly rate for this position is $19.88, increasing to $22.31 after six months.
Benefits available with this position include:
- Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
- 401k
- Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
- Basic Life Insurance
- Paid vacation, sick days, new child leave, and holidays
- Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance
Additional perks include:
- Free room nights after 90 days, discounted and friends & family room rates immediately
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free meal during the workday
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Discounts at various retailers
- Growth potential locally and throughout the country
Hyatt 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 or protected veteran status.
