Cook 2- Americana Kitchen

Loews Hotels & Co; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Vacation/Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Team member hotel rates

Discounts

Job summary

Loews Coral Gables Hotel is seeking a skilled Cook to join our culinary team in Coral Gables, FL. You will prepare and plate menu items following standardized recipes, ensuring quality and presentation in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities include food preparation, proper storage, sanitation, and adherence to safety guidelines while delivering exceptional guest experiences. This role supports team collaboration and opportunities for culinary growth within Loews.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Post-secondary culinary training or certification as Cook.
• Knowledge of Food Service Sanitation Standards.
• Familiar with standard kitchen equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• English reading, writing and speaking required.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Set up and organize work area with required supplies and equipment.
• Receive, inspect, and rotate food products to ensure freshness.
• Prepare and store raw food items following recipes and portions.
• Adhere to standardized recipes and plating/presentation guidelines.
• Monitor temperatures, freshness, and timely service; report delays.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and sanitation; operate equipment safely.

Skills

Ability to stand, stoop, bend; lift up

Read, write and speak English

Flexible schedule incl weekends/holid

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Post Secondary culinary training/certification as Cook +1 year experience

Job description

Loews Coral Gables Hotel offers careers at a AAA Four-Diamond property in the heart of The Plaza Coral Gables. Team members support 242 guestrooms, four dining outlets, a spa, fitness center, rooftop pool, and 30,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor event space near Miracle Mile.

Who We Are: Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations. Growth and belonging start here; you’ll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role—from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT—offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact. Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

What We Offer:

• Competitive health & wellness benefits
• 401(k) & company match Paid Sick Days
• Vacation, and Holidays
• Paid Bereavement
• Paid Pet Bereavement Training & Development opportunities
• career growth Tuition Reimbursement Pet Insurance Team Member Hotel Rates
• other discounts
• perks and more Subsidized Parking Rates
• Complimentary meals in Team Member Café while working
• Benefits are subject to eligibility and may vary by position

Job Specific

• Sets up and organizes work area with all necessary supplies and equipment
• Receives, inspects, rotates all food products to ensure fresh, high quality ingredients are used
• Prepares and stores raw food products properly
• Follows standardized recipes in the preparation and cooking of menu items
• Adheres to established portion control guidelines, minimizes waste
• Plates cold foods according to established plating/presentation guidelines
• Monitors finished product to ensure food is served promptly, notifies supervisor of any delays in service
• Ensures that a quality product is prepared and served in a timely manner
• Follows all Governmental Food Sanitation Standards at all times
• Monitors refrigeration and holding temperatures, cleans and sanitizes work surfaces, washes hands frequently
• Uses knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders and all other equipment in a safe manner according to the manufactures recommendations
• Notifies Supervisor of and equipment malfunction or safety hazard immediately
• Provides Steward with timely notification of need for clean dishes, pots, pans etc.
• Returns cooking utensils to pot wash area, informs Steward of any HOT items
• Cleans and breaks down work area, returns all unused ingredients to proper storage at end of shift
• Ensures that all closing side work is complete, cooking equipment is turned off and kitchen is secure at end of shift
• Other duties as assigned
• General Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times
• Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or areas of concern
• Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow employees
• Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
• Complies with required safety regulations and procedures
• Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
• Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
• Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
• Recycles whenever possible
• Remains current with hotel information and changes
• Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, or its equivalent
• Post Secondary culinary training/certification as "Cook" from a recognized culinary training school +One year experience cooking in an upscale, high volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or equivalent
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Food Service Sanitation Standards
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend; lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays

Headquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels & Co is rooted in deep heritage in the hotel industry and excellence in service. As one of the only independently owned family hotel companies, we know that hospitality comes from the heart. Loews Hotels & Co owns and operates hotels and resorts across the U.S. and Canada. Located in major city centers and resort destinations, including multiple hotels in partnership with Universal Orlando Resort, Loews Hotels & Co features properties grounded in family heritage and dedicated to delivering unscripted guest moments, all with a locally handcrafted approach. We pride ourselves on the individuality and uniqueness of our offering. Joining Loews Hotels & Co means not just gaining a job, it means becoming a part of a family. A family where Team Member growth and empowerment are part of our DNA and have been for decades. We offer progressive benefits including paid parental leave, 401K matching and travel benefits, and opportunities for ongoing learning and development. But beyond that, as a member of the Loews Hotels family, you are part of a culture of diversity and inclusion, one that works hard to protect our environment with eco-friendly and sustainability programs, and one that is always a good neighbor to their communities, supporting them in ways large and small. We welcome you to join us.

Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.