Cook I - AM

Hei Hotels Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Vision insurance

Vacation and holidays

Pet insurance

Life insurance options

Disability insurance

401(k) with matching

Employee discounts

Job summary

HEI Hotels and Resorts in Cleveland is seeking a motivated Kitchen Prep Associate to prepare food of consistent quality and support kitchen operations. You will follow recipe cards, manage prep items, and ensure proper handling of perishables in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires weekend and evening availability and emphasizes adherence to safety and cleanliness standards. Competitive hourly pay and benefits support a stable hospitality career.

Qualifications

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Dexterity to operate food machinery with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be available weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production standards.
• Start food items prepared ahead of time without over-preparing.
• Date and rotate perishables per HEI Hotels and Resorts standards.
• Check pars for shift use; assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Return unused food to storage with proper date labeling.
• Assist in controlling food costs and waste per standards.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment.
• Adhere to attendance rules and be available regularly.

Skills

Hotel experience

Dexterity

Verbal and written communication

Weekend/evening availability

Job description

About Us

Come join our winning hospitality team-we invite you to be part of Cleveland's future! The Westin Cleveland Downtown is a stunning, newly renovated 484-room hotel located in the heart of downtown, just around the corner from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Great Lakes Science Center, and the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland. For sports lovers, Huntington Bank Field and Rocket Mortgage Field House are less than a mile away. Building on our vibrant public spaces-which highlight dynamic works from local artists-we are thrilled to feature a complete, hotel-wide renovation in 2026 across all 484 guest rooms, offering modern luxury and elevated comfort to every guest. Here at The Westin Cleveland Downtown, we are looking for passionate individuals who strive to deliver outstanding service and create unforgettable experiences that keep our guests coming back time and again!

Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!
We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Compensation

Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 HourlyTipped/Service Charge Eligible? NoDiscretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview

Prepare food of consistent quality and assist in kitchen functions.

Pay Rate - $20.00/hr

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 HEI Hotels and Resorts 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 HEI Hotels and Resorts 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.
• Must be available weekends and evenings

Benefits

• Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Vision insurance programs through EyeMed
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs
• Pet insurance through the ASPCA
• Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability plans
• 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds
• Discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs

Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

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.