Culinary Associate: Fast-Paced Kitchen + Daily Pay

Alex Johnson; Rapid City, Northern (SD, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision/life

401k 3% match

Discounts on hotel rooms and dining

Daily pay through ZayZoon

Job summary

The Hotel Alex Johnson in Rapid City, SD, is seeking an entry-level Cook to join our historic hotel culinary team. You will assist with stocking, prep, cooking main dishes and desserts, and work with servers to ensure timely orders while maintaining kitchen hygiene.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and 2+ years cooking experience; ServSafe is a plus. We offer benefits, training across outlets, and employee perks within the Hilton Honors program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of cook experience in a restaurant.
• Ability to read and follow standardized recipes.
• Knowledge of proper food handling procedures.
• ServeSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with stocking and setting up kitchen stations.
• Prepare food, clean and cut ingredients, cook main dishes and desserts.
• Plate dishes according to senior chef’s guidance.
• Coordinate with servers to ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Wash, clean, and store kitchen tools and maintain hygiene.
• Ensure kitchen procedures meet food safety standards.

Skills

Stocking & prep

Food preparation

Reading recipes

Teamwork

ServeSafe knowledge

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

The Hotel Alex Johnson in Rapid City, SD, is seeking an entry-level Cook to join our historic hotel culinary team. You will assist with stocking, prep, cooking main dishes and desserts, and work with servers to ensure timely orders while maintaining kitchen hygiene.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and 2+ years cooking experience; ServSafe is a plus. We offer benefits, training across outlets, and employee perks within the Hilton Honors program.