Cook I

Montage International

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 45,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Free meals
Uniforms & cleaning
Community events
Hotel discounts
Associates' events
Healthcare benefits
401k with company match

Job summary

Montage International, including Pendry, seeks a culinary leader to advance kitchen operations in the Washington, DC area. You will coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of food orders while mentoring associates to uphold high service standards.

You will supervise cooks, help develop new menu items, and maintain knowledge of sanitation and culinary techniques to consistently deliver WOW moments for guests. Great benefits available.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of culinary techniques and cooking methods.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
  • Ability to collaborate in a team with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of food orders.
  • Collaborate with associates to meet production goals and ensure smooth kitchen operations.
  • Assist with training new kitchen associates.
  • Supervise and mentor cooks and kitchen staff, providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Create and innovate new menu items and specials.
  • Skillfully prepare hot and cold foods that meet our hotel's high standards.
  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of food products, sanitation standards, and culinary techniques.
  • Fulfill guest orders in a timely manner with attention to detail.
  • Work collaboratively while maintaining professionalism.
  • Deliver on guests' expectations and create WOW moments.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs.

Skills

Culinary techniques
Fast-paced environment
Attention to detail
Flexible schedule
Team collaboration
Communication skills

Job description

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day; do what you love.

We welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed to our applicants. Please discuss with our hiring managers during our selection processes.

At Pendry, It's All Because of YOU! Cook I Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun. At Pendry, we know our success is all because of you. Here, you're not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences.

You’ll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities, and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at Pendry is more than a job; it’s a way of life. Don't just imagine the possibility-join us.

Your Journey
  • Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of food orders
  • Collaborate with associates to meet production goals and ensure smooth kitchen operations
  • Assist with training new kitchen associates
  • Supervise and mentor cooks and kitchen staff, providing guidance and support as needed
  • Creative an innovate new menu items and specials
  • Skillfully prepare hot and cold foods that meet our hotel's high standards
  • Maintain in depth knowledge of food products as well as sanitation standards and culinary techniques to execute dishes at the highest level
  • Able to fulfill guest orders in a timely manner with skillful attention to detail
  • Able to work in a collaborative environment all while maintaining professionalism
  • Deliver on guests' expectations and have the desire to create WOW moments
  • Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside of the normal scope of duties based on business needs
About You
  • You love creating dishes and storytelling with food
  • You are passionate about providing exceptional guest service and creating memorable moments
  • You are open to learning, developing, and growing both yourself, personally, and helping others do the same
  • You are trustworthy and have integrity
Must Haves
  • Knowledge of culinary techniques and cooking methods
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
  • Ability to collaborate in a team environment with excellent communication skills
  • Three years minimum of cooking experience in a standalone restaurant or hotel environment
  • Luxury hotel experience, a plus
You Will Enjoy
  • Free meals
  • Free uniforms and cleaning
  • Ongoing community outreach events
  • Hotel discounts
  • Associates' events throughout the year
  • Healthcare benefits
  • 401k retirement plan with company matching
Physical Requirements

Grasping, holding, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending over Ability to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shift Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shift Ability to push and pull food serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi - regular basis Most work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems; however, must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10°F) and kitchens (+110°F).

At Pendry, we want every guest and every associate to feel that they belong. To be seen, to be recognized, and to feel our gratitude.

In the United States, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - veterans/disability.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

Job applicants with disabilities who need assistance or an accommodation in order to apply for a position (or their representative) should contact the People department directly at your preferred location.

The pay scale for the Engineering Supervisor position is $28.00 per hour.

The pay scale is the base salary or hourly wage range, exclusive of incentive pay such as commissions, piece rates, gratuities, and the like, that Montage reasonably expects to pay for the position.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

At Montage Hotels & Resorts and Pendry Hotels, we're committed to delivering extraordinary, personalized and authentic experiences.

How we get there is by empowering our associates to think creatively. Grow their talents. Encourage them to have fun. And allow them to follow their passion in creating moments guests will long remember.

At Montage and Pendry, opportunities for career growth are bountiful, and training programs are open to those seeking advancement. We encourage all of our associates to continuously learn and grow.

Working at Montage and Pendry is more than a job; it's a way of life.

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