Cook

Windsor Hospitality; Asheville, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) & Roth 401(k) plans

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid sick leave

Employee hotel discounts

Complimentary on-shift meals

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Windsor Hospitality is seeking a Cook for the Renaissance Asheville, a 278-room hotel in downtown Asheville. You will prepare soups, meats, vegetables, and desserts to order, following recipes with precision and plating with care in a fast-paced kitchen.

The position offers full-time schedules with potential to work weekends and holidays. We value pride in craft, clean stations, and teamwork under pressure, with a comprehensive benefits package included for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow recipe cards precisely.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• Read menus to estimate food requirements and procure ingredients as needed.
• Adjust oven and kitchen equipment to proper temperatures.
• Measure, mix, and prepare ingredients per recipes with accuracy.
• Cook, bake, roast, broil, and steam items to proper doneness.
• Season, plate, and garnish dishes to order.
• Review finished dishes for quality and portion control.
• Return unused items to storage and follow food-safety standards.

Skills

Knife skills

Recipe following

Measurement & portions

Cooking to order

Food safety basics

Teamwork under pressure

Job description

Description

JOIN OUR TEAM

Join our team! Windsor Hospitality thrives in building hospitality careers. We want to design a path of professional growth and give you the keys to that success. We are recognized as a strong partner with warm-hearted hospitality staff nationwide. Windsor Hospitality is looking for their newest Cook!

ABOUT THIS LOCATION

The Renaissance Asheville is a 278 room hotel located in the heart of downtown Asheville, with plenty of greenscapes and sweeping views of the Smoky Mountains. The Blue Ridge Mountains are the perfect backdrop to explore North Carolina's best kept secret. We welcome guests to discover the unexpected as they journey through our neighborhood.

WHAT WE OFFER

Join a team that invests in you! We’re proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to support the well‑being and growth of all our eligible employees:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance — Quality healthcare plans for eligible employees to stay healthy and protected.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) — Pre‑tax savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) & Roth 401(k) Plans — Plan for your future with employer-supported retirement options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) — Confidential support services for personal and professional well‑being.
• Career Growth Opportunities — We promote from within and invest in your long‑term success.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) — Take the time to relax, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work.
• Paid Sick Leave — Supportive sick time policy so you can care for your health when you need it.
• Exclusive Employee Hotel Discounts — Special rates across our brand portfolio for you, your family, and friends.
• Complimentary On-Shift Meals (participating hotels) — Enjoy a free meal provided during each scheduled shift.
• Recognition & Rewards Program — Associates are acknowledged through performance awards, milestone celebrations, and incentive programs.

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

Good food starts with a good cook — and that’s exactly what we’re looking for. As a Cook on our restaurant team, you’ll prepare soups, meats, vegetables, and desserts to order, following recipes with precision and plating with care. You’ll work in a fast‑paced kitchen where consistency and quality matter every single service. If you take pride in your craft, keep a clean station, and can hold your own during a rush, we’d love to have you cooking with us.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Read menus to estimate food requirements; order food from suppliers or procure from storage as needed.
• Adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperatures of ovens, boilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles.
• Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes using kitchen utensils and equipment including blenders, grinders, slicers, and tenderizers to prepare soups, salads, gravies, desserts, sauces, and casseroles.
• Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods to proper doneness.
• Season food during mixing or cooking according to recipe specifications and culinary judgment.
• Observe and test food being cooked by tasting, smelling, and checking for proper doneness.
• Carve meat, portion food on serving plates, and add gravies, sauces, and garnishes to complete orders.
• Return all unused food items at end of shift to designated storage areas; cover and date all perishables in compliance with food safety standards.

SKILLS & ABILITIES YOU BRING

• Proficient use of kitchen hand tools and equipment including knives, blenders, grinders, slicers, and tenderizers.
• Ability to read and accurately follow recipe cards and established procedures.
• Ability to measure, cut, and prepare ingredients with precision and consistency.
• Spatial awareness to visualize how a finished dish should look and plate accordingly.
• Basic math skills to calculate ingredient quantities, portion sizes, and material costs.
• Ability to accept full responsibility for the accuracy and quality of all food produced.

SCHEDULE & HOURS

This position is [full-time, part-time, on-call], with schedules that may vary based on business need. Flexibility to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays, may be required. Specific shift details will be discussed during the interview process.

Windsor Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.