Cook

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental programs

Vision insurance

Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs

401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds

Pet insurance

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts in Atlanta, Georgia is hiring for a food preparation role. Responsibilities include preparing quality food, adhering to safety standards, and operating kitchen equipment. Strong hotel experience and effective communication skills are preferred.

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching. HEI Hotels & Resorts values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates, including those with military experience, to apply.

Qualifications

• Preferred hotel experience.
• Capability to operate food machinery with finger/hand dexterity.
• Ability to lift and move goods weighing up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food following recipe cards and portion standards.
• Date and rotate food containers correctly.
• Check pars for shift use and assist in keeping the buffet stocked.
• Operate and maintain food preparation equipment.
• Comply with attendance rules.

Skills

Hotel experience

Finger/hand dexterity

Ability to lift 100 lbs

Effective communication skills

Job description

Compensation

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No

Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview

Prepare food of consistent quality and assist in kitchen functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per check from servers.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to over prepare estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per standards, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up. Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages. Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems, control food waste, loss and usage per standards.
• Operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron and flat top grill.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Finger/hand dexterity in order to operate food machinery with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move goods weighing a maximum of 100 lbs. on a continuous schedule with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public, etc.

Benefits

HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers choices for physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment – you.

For physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.

Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.

For financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long‑Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through the "YouDecide" and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal‑opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.