Breakfast Lead Cook: Elevate Morning Service

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee meals

Discounted hotel stays

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Training & development

Global opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Hyatt Regency Phoenix is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare and present high-quality dishes in accordance with hotel standards. The role requires advanced culinary skills and the ability to lead a kitchen team, with duties spanning training, inventory, and compliance with safety regulations.

Applicants should have at least 2 years of line cook/fine dining experience; a culinary degree or related hotel/resort experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of line cook and fine dining experience required.
• Culinary degree or related hotel/resort experience preferred.
• Ability to perform all basic and intermediate cooking techniques, including soups, sauces, stocks, frying, broiling, sautéing, and grilling.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work multiple stations in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Lead and support culinary team members during daily operations and service periods.
• Ensure all food is prepared, presented, and served in a timely manner.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, taste, portioning, and presentation.
• Monitor assigned stations and ensure proper setup, stocking, and cleanliness.
• Train and mentor cooks on culinary techniques, food safety, and departmental standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Assist with inventory control, product rotation, and waste reduction efforts.
• Communicate effectively with culinary leadership and front-of-house teams.
• Provide direction and support in the absence of a Supervisor, Sous Chef, or Chef de Cuisine.
• Assist with banquet, restaurant, and special event operations as needed.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

Culinary degree or related hotel/resort experience

Job description

Hyatt Regency Phoenix is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare and present high-quality dishes in accordance with hotel standards. The role requires advanced culinary skills and the ability to lead a kitchen team, with duties spanning training, inventory, and compliance with safety regulations.

Applicants should have at least 2 years of line cook/fine dining experience; a culinary degree or related hotel/resort experience is preferred.