Cook

Transwestern; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Granduca Houston, a Transwestern Hospitality Group property, seeks a full-time Cook to join our luxury dining team. Under the direction of the Executive Chef, you will prepare and cook dishes, ensure quality, and maintain cleanliness in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in hotel or fine dining, strong food safety knowledge, and excellent English communication skills. Overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required to meet guest needs.

Qualifications

• Requires strong customer service orientation.
• Knowledge of food handling/safety procedures.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, season, and cook a wide variety of dishes.
• Ensure high standards of taste, appearance, and timing.
• Adjust recipes based on guest preferences and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain impeccable food presentation and portion sizes.
• Follow food safety and sanitation policies.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer service

Food handling

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS Toast

Job description

Join the team at Hotel Granduca and help create unforgettable experiences in the heart of Houston, Texas. As a luxury boutique hotel and a proud Transwestern Hospitality Group property, Hotel Granduca blends timeless European elegance with warm Texas hospitality. We offer exciting hotel careers and hotel jobs for individuals who are passionate about service, creativity, and excellence. Here, your talent is valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a meaningful impact - every day.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Cook sits at the heart of the hotel's food and beverage operations, ensuring that guests experience memorable dining through dishes crafted with the finest ingredients and attention to detail. The Cook works under the direction of the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef, collaborating with a dedicated kitchen team to deliver exceptional cuisine that matches the luxury standards of the hotel. Key responsibilities include food preparation such as cutting, cooking and the safe handling of food products. The ability to adjust and/or replicate recipes and maintaining consistency is critical. This position requires a strong "client first", foodservice background and a commitment to maintaining the high standards of the hotel.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare, season, and cook a wide variety of dishes according to established recipes and standards.
• Ensure all food preparation meets the hotel's high standards for taste, appearance, and timing.
• Adjust recipes and menus based on guest preferences, dietary restrictions, and seasonal availability of ingredients.
• Accommodate special requests and dietary needs with professionalism and flexibility.
• Maintain impeccable food presentation and uniform portion sizes.
• Consistently monitor the quality of ingredients and finished dishes.
• Participate in tastings and quality checks, upholding the hotel's reputation for excellence.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation policies, including proper storage, labeling, and handling of ingredients.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation before, during, and after service.
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal health regulations and hotel standards.
• Work collaboratively with all kitchen staff and servers.
• Communicate effective with front-of-house staff to ensure a seamless flow between kitchen and dining room.
• Participate in pre-service meetings and briefings.
• May require shift work, overtime and/or on call duties.
• See under "Other." Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 2-3 years of experience in hotel, country club or fine dining environment.
• Thorough knowledge in POS systems (i.e., Toast) to process guest orders and payments
• Advanced knowledge of food handling/safety procedures.
• Ability to understand and give general instructions in standard situations.
• Strong organizational, analytical skills, and communication skills in English (verbal and written).
• Spanish speaking is a plus.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, guest-service approach.
• Positive, professional demeanor and ability to work well in a team environment.
• Stooping, standing, climbing, walking, reaching, and frequent lifting food/beverages
• May be required to work extended periods of time without relief.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working in a commercial kitchen setting (e.g., temperature variations, open flames, confined spaces, etc.)

Other: Hotel Granduca Houston operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Scheduling may vary based on operational needs, including shifts, start times, and total hours worked per week. Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

WORK SHIFT: LOCATION: Houston, TX

ABOUT US

Transwestern’s Guiding Principles are woven into the fabric of our firm and underscore the value of each individual team member. We embrace inclusion - not only as the right thing to do, but as a reflection of who we are. It is our responsibility and heartfelt desire to create an environment that elevates the human spirit and brings out the best in everyone. Different backgrounds, life experiences and cultures shape our individual perspectives and ultimately generate the best results for our clients. Strategic human capital planning combined with development initiatives foster a work environment that celebrates uniqueness and champions the achievements attained through collaboration. Please note that all candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to, based on the role for which they have been selected: criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification. In addition, your employment with Transwestern is subject to successfully passing a drug screen check prior to your starting with the Company along with satisfactory references. We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have your story. We want to hear it. #HG Transwestern is a vertically integrated commercial real estate firm dedicated to serving investors, partners and clients through expertise in investment, development, brokerage and property management. Our experience spans diverse property types, including logistics, multifamily, retail, mixed-use, healthcare, office, data centers, hotel, and life sciences. Across 35 offices nationwide, our team is united by a culture that cultivates agility, mutual trust and high performance. Learn more at transwestern.com and @Transwestern.