Cafeteria Cook

Thompson Hotels; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Houston is seeking a dedicated Cafeteria Cook to join our Hyatt hotel team in Houston. The role focuses on preparing high-quality buffet meals, ensuring clean storage and safe practices, and supporting daily cafeteria operations.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, professional, and committed to excellent service and food quality, with the ability to manage inventory and assist during banquets when required.

Qualifications

• Refined verbal communication skills.
• Cooking experience preferred.
• Culinary degree or related hotel experience is preferred.
• Candidate should be able to perform all basic cooking skills.
• Able to work single station in the kitchen.
• A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals for hot and cold buffets.
• Maintain proper food storage and cleanliness standards.
• Ensure smooth kitchen and cafeteria operations.
• Manage inventory and stock levels.
• Maintain health and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Keep the kitchen and cafeteria clean and ready for the next shift.
• Assist the banquet kitchen when needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Cooking experience

Customer focus

Education

Culinary degree or related hotel experience

Job description

Organization - Thompson Houston

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.

We are seeking a dedicated Cafeteria Cook to join our team and support daily operations in our colleague cafeteria. This role involves preparing high-quality meals for hot and cold buffets, maintaining proper food storage and cleanliness standards, and ensuring a smooth kitchen/cafeteria operation. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, professional, and committed to excellent service and food quality. Responsibilities also include managing inventory, maintaining health and safety standards, and ensuring the kitchen/cafeteria is clean and ready for the next shift. Will also assist the banquet kitchen when in need.

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Qualifications

• Refined verbal communication skills.
• Cooking experience preferred.
• Culinary degree or related hotel experience is preferred.
• Candidate should be able to perform all basic cooking skills.
• Able to work single station in the kitchen.
• A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

This is a great opportunity to get a start with Hyatt as a cook.