AM Cook

Hilton; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Free Meals

Travel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Hilton in New Orleans, Louisiana is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare menu items, assist higher-ranked chefs, and ensure dishes meet quality and presentation standards in a fast-paced environment.

As part of the Hilton hospitality family, you’ll enjoy comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities, including medical and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, travel discounts, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Experience in a culinary role preparing high volumes of menu items.
• Ability to maintain quality and consistency across dishes.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Delight guests by delivering timely and accurate orders.
• Inspect plates for quality and presentation before serving.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary workspaces.
• Operate kitchen equipment and learn recipes to support senior cooks.
• Comply with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol regulations.

Skills

Cooking

Food preparation

Kitchen safety

Time management

Job description

Job Identification: 222189

Job Category: Culinary

Job Schedule: Full time

Salary 18.00

Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, including disability/vets

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Cook , you’re not just preparing great tasting hot food items – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Team Member Benefits

When you join our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical & Vision Insurance – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana

Dental & Voluntary Insurance – SunLife

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Through WEX

401(k) Retirement Plan – Fidelity, with up to 5% employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – ComPsych

Free Team Member Meals

Discounted Parking

Property Discounts – Restaurants, Gift Shop, and Spa

Paid Time Off (PTO) Program

Go Hilton Travel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Guild Education Program

EF Corporate Learning / Language Courses

Medical/Dental coverage begins on the first of the month following 60 days of employment

401(k) eligibility begins after 90 days of employment; new hires are auto enrolled.

Here’s what you'll do during a typical day:

• Prepare high-quality dishes: Prepare menu items according to designated recipes and quality standards
• Delight our guests: Prepare guest orders efficiently while ensuring a positive dining experience
• Execute basic food prep: Maintain a strong knowledge of basic prep work and simple cooking tasks (e.g., salads, sides, basic breakfast) to assist higher-ranked cooks
• Inspect and finalize plates: Inspect all preparations and dishes ahead of serving to ensure they meet quality and presentation standards
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace: Keep food service stations stocked and sanitary while following proper food handling, storage, and safety protocols
• Manage product and operational needs: Master kitchen equipment and recipes
• Comply with regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member well-being

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality . Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership . A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now , bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

How We’ll Help You Thrive

At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
• Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
• Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next

*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands (https://www.hilton.com/en/brands/) , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog (https://jobs.hilton.com/blogs) to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.