Cook - FT

Pyramid Global Hospitality; Excelsior Springs (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality's The Elms Hotel & Spa in Excelsior Springs, Missouri is hiring a Cook to join our culinary team. You will support production, assist the Chef, and help maintain high standards across kitchen operations in a historic property.

We seek candidates with professional kitchen experience, strong teamwork, and a passion for the culinary arts. Compensation starts at $16.00–$18.00 per hour plus opportunities for training and advancement within our hospitality group.

Qualifications

• Active Food handler’s certification or ability to obtain one.
• Open availability including nights and weekends.
• Willing to work a variety of day/night and weekend shifts.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Able to stand for long periods.
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Desire to exceed expectations.
• Energetic personality.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge and skills in cooking procedures (grill, sauté and fry).
• Experience using knives and kitchen equipment.
• Reach and recreate recipes.
• Maintain consistency in all food preparation.
• Minimize food waste through cross-utilization.
• Work with a world class culinary team.
• Create workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat).
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.
• Be responsible for the quality of ingredients.

Skills

Active Food handler’s certification

Open availability nights weekends

Willing to work day/night weekends

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Stand for long periods

Lift at least 50 pounds

21 years of age

Desire to exceed expectations

Energetic personality

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands‑on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long‑term partnerships.

About Our Property

Welcome to The Elms Hotel & Spa, a historic gem in the Pyramid Global Hospitality portfolio. Located in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, this iconic property features 153 guest rooms and 11,000 sq ft of versatile meeting space. With a rich history and a dedication to top‑tier service, The Elms offers a unique and rewarding work environment. As a member of our team, you'll join a culture that values growth, teamwork, and professionalism. Whether you're in guest services, food and beverage, housekeeping, or spa and wellness, you'll have the chance to develop your skills while contributing to a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. We offer comprehensive training programs and opportunities for advancement, ensuring that our team members have the tools to excel. If you're passionate about hospitality and excited about joining a dynamic, people‑first culture, The Elms Hotel & Spa is the perfect place to grow your career. Explore your potential with us today.

What You Will Have An Opportunity To Do

We are looking for someone passionate about the culinary arts to join our Culinary team. This individual must be creative, motivated, and passionate about growing their talents in the kitchen!

Successful candidates for this role will have previous experience working in a professional kitchen environment, with a strong desire to learn, to develop skills and work with the culinary leadership team to create menus which reflect seasonal availability and concept of the restaurant.

The Cook assists the Chef in production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining. The Cook will maintain a passive leadership role in maintaining adequate production level form the Kitchen staff.

If you have a passion for the Culinary arts and are looking to join a team where you can develop your skills and grow a career, then we want you!

Your Role

• You will develop your knowledge and skills in various cooking procedures and methods (grill, sauté and fry)
• You will have the opportunity to experience using knives and various kitchen equipment
• You will reach and recreate recipes
• You will be consistent on all food preparation
• You will learn how to minimize food waste through cross utilization
• You will have the opportunity to work with a world class culinary team
• You will create workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• You will prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat)
• You will keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• You will ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• You will be responsible for the quality of ingredients

What are we looking for?

• Active Food handler’s certification or the ability to get it
• Must have open availability including nights and weekends
• Must be willing to work a variety of day/night and weekend shifts
• Requires strong organizational skills
• Must be able to work independently
• Able to be on your feet for long periods of time
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds
• At least 21 years of age
• Have a desire to exceed expectations
• An energetic personality

Compensation

$16.00

$18.00

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.