Evening Cook - Hotel Kitchen with Growth Path

Courtyard Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health, dental, vision, life, and Vol.

Vacation, wellness, and holiday pay

Career advancement opportunities

Referral bonus program

TEAM member and travel discounts

Job summary

Courtyard Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol is seeking an Evening Cook to join our hotel culinary team. You will prepare and cook menu items, ensure quality, and maintain a clean workstation in a fast-paced kitchen.

We value teamwork, hospitality, and guest experience. This role requires evenings, weekends, and holidays; food safety certification preferred; Hilton or luxury hotel experience is preferred. We offer benefits and opportunities for advancement through our Management Development Program.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food-service experience is required; hotel experience preferred.
• Strong culinary skills and passion for food.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Culinary education or formal training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling procedures.
• Assist with preparation and service during busy periods.
• Monitor food quality and freshness throughout your shift.
• Assist with stocking and maintaining kitchen inventory as needed.
• Work collaboratively with the culinary TEAM to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Assist with cleaning duties, including dishes, equipment, workstations, sweeping, and mopping.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food-service

Culinary skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Food safety

Food Safety Certification

Evenings/weekends/holidays

Physical stamina

Banquet catering

Kitchen cleanliness

Education

Culinary education preferred

Job description

Courtyard Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol is seeking an Evening Cook to join our hotel culinary team. You will prepare and cook menu items, ensure quality, and maintain a clean workstation in a fast-paced kitchen.

We value teamwork, hospitality, and guest experience. This role requires evenings, weekends, and holidays; food safety certification preferred; Hilton or luxury hotel experience is preferred. We offer benefits and opportunities for advancement through our Management Development Program.