Cook II - Full Time

Marcus Hotels & Resorts; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Early wage access

Paid time off

On-site self-parking discount

401(k) match

Employee assistance program

Career growth

Free meal per shift

Room discounts

Restaurant discounts

Health benefits for full-time

Job summary

The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee, part of Marcus Hotels & Resorts, seeks a skilled cook to join our luxury kitchen team. You will prepare and cook menu items for our restaurant, banquets, and special events, upholding premium standards of taste and presentation.

You thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, collaborate closely with chefs, and contribute to guest satisfaction through consistent quality, safety, and professional service during all service periods.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume hotel kitchens or banquet settings.
• Knowledge of HACCP guidelines and food handling.
• Ability to work under pressure during peak service periods.
• Strong teamwork and communication with chefs and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, standards, and event guidelines.
• Maintain sanitation and food safety across kitchen operations.
• Assist with prep, station setup, inventory rotation, and stocking.
• Collaborate with chefs to ensure efficient production and timely service.
• Monitor quality and equipment, report maintenance concerns.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food safety & HACCP

Teamwork & communication

Stamina & flexibility

Job description

Description

Do you strive to set yourself apart by your gracious service and impeccable style? Are you passionate and energetic about delivering exceptional experiences to guests in the premier luxury hotel in downtown Milwaukee? If so, The Pfister Hotel is looking for an individual to be a part of our team and continue its iconic legacy.

Built in 1893, The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee has been a hotel icon for over 130 years. As one of the best hotels in Milwaukee and the Midwest, we continue to celebrate a grand tradition of gracious service and impeccable style. The Pfister Hotel has received AAA Four Diamond hotel status for over 50 consecutive years.

What You Will Be Doing

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines for hotel restaurants, banquets, and special events.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards by following HACCP guidelines, proper food handling procedures, and cleanliness requirements throughout all kitchen operations.
• Assist with food preparation and station setup, including ingredient preparation, inventory rotation, stocking supplies, and ensuring readiness for service periods.
• Collaborate with chefs and kitchen team members to ensure efficient production, timely service, and consistent guest satisfaction while supporting daily operational needs.
• Monitor product quality and kitchen equipment, reporting maintenance concerns, minimizing food waste, and contributing to a safe, organized, and professional work environment.

Position Requirements

• Previous culinary experience in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, banquet, or commercial kitchen environment, with demonstrated proficiency in food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards, including proper food handling, storage, temperature controls, and adherence to health department regulations.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality, consistency, and attention to detail during peak service periods.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with chefs, kitchen staff, and other hotel departments.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as business demands require.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive Pay, Early Wage Access, and Paid Time Off
• Discounted On-Site Self-Parking
• 401(k) employer match
• Access to Employee Assistance Programs
• Career growth opportunities, with the ability to transfer between properties while maintaining service longevity.
• Complimentary, well-balanced meal every shift.
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts, Historic Hotels of America, and Preferred Hotel properties.
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golf courses, ski resorts, spas, and discounted movie tickets at Marcus Theaters
• Health and Benefit packages are available for full-time associates

Job Type: Full Time, Hourly

Pay Rate: $20.16

About Us

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are “People Pleasing People” who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S.-based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

The Pfister Hotel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.