Cook III - AM/PM

Hyatt; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free room nights

Discounted room nights

Headspace access

401K with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Hyatt in Dallas is seeking a Cook III to join our renowned Culinary team. You will lead your designated station, check the quality of finished dishes, and own preparation methods to ensure consistency and efficiency.

This role offers exposure to Garde Manger, Pastry, Banquets, and Restaurant areas, with leadership growth opportunities and a career path within the hotel. Qualifications include 3 years of line and fine dining experience, Texas Food Handlers Certification, and ability to multitask

Qualifications

• 3 years of line and fine dining experience required.
• Texas Food Handlers Certification required.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays.
• Ability to multi-task and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee designated station(s) to ensure efficient prep.
• Check quality of finished dishes.
• Prepare items using braising, smoking, grilling, broiling, blanching, sautéing.
• Collaborate with Chef de Cuisine and Supervisors to support culinary colleagues.

Skills

Knife skills

Food quality

Team collaboration

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

$21/hour

The Cook III is a platform to join our highly skilled and recognized Culinary team. This role can afford you a professional career path within the hotel. You will be part of a rock-star team and hotel that was recognized as a 2025 Best Places to Work - Large Companies in North Texas!

The Cook III will direct and oversee their designated station/s, check quality of finished food products, utilize proper knife skills, and will ensure efficient preparation methods and procedures through ultimate ownership. This Cook will actively handle the preparation of various food items by braising, smoking, grilling, broiling, blanching, sautéing, in addition to other cooking techniques for items relative to their station & specific department, as well as assist others in production as needed. Will have the opportunity to be exposed to different areas of the kitchens, such as Garde Manger, Pastry, Banquets and Restaurant. This is an advantageous opportunity if you desire to pursue leadership roles in the culinary profession.

Additional responsibilities include :

• Assisting with daily specials
• Ensuring the proper amount for needed food preparation
• Receiving products from the storeroom & rotating appropriately
• Utilizing the proper storage procedures
• Supporting training needs for new hires
• Familiarizing new associates of standard practices
• Assist Chef de Cuisine & Supervisors in supporting fellow culinary colleagues at all cook level positions

CULTURE AND FUN!

• Free room nights, discounted room nights, and friends & family room rates at wonderful Hyatt locations around the world
• Celebrations, recognitions, and volunteer opportunities
• Free nutritional colleague meals
• PerkSpot - discounts at various retailers - Apple, AT&T, Verizon, and many more!
• Discounted parking and discounted annual DART passes

WELLBEING AND BENEFITS!

• Full medical benefits at 30 days of employment
• 401K with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick days, and extended sick leave
• New child leave, paid family bonding time, and adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free access to Headspace - meditation, recuperation, and rejuvenation

• 3 years of line and fine dining experience required
• Flexibility to work any days of the week, including weekends and holidays
• Able to multi-task and work as part of a team
• Texas Food Handlers Certification required
• Culinary degree or related hotel experience is preferred

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.